Software Engineering ManagerNewton Aycliffe KO2''s client is a fast-growing technology company based in Newton Aycliffe, specialising in innovative connected home automation systems. They''re recruiting a Software Engineering Manager to lead their software engineering function as they expand their product portfolio and market presence.You''ll be leading a team of up to eight software and firmware engineers, combining hands-on technical expertise with genuine people leadership and strategic thinking. This is an opportunity to shape the future direction of software engineering within a genuinely innovative organisation delivering products that make a real-world impact.The RoleYou''ll lead, mentor and develop your software engineering team, overseeing the complete software development lifecycle from concept through to deployment and support. You''ll provide technical leadership across embedded systems and connected IoT projects, work closely with multidisciplinary teams including electronics and product design, and ensure compliance with relevant quality and regulatory standards. You''ll champion engineering best practice, support customer engagement and business development opportunities, and drive continuous improvement and innovation within your team.What we are looking forIndustrial experience managing software development teams through genuine technical complexity. Strong understanding of software architecture, systems design and development lifecycle management. Direct ..... full job details .....