Development Manager - Digital Platform and API

Development Manager - Digital Platform and APILocation: Epsom, Surrey (Hybrid - 2 days office / 3 days work from home)Position OverviewAre you an agile digital delivery specialist looking to shape the future of platform services across a progressive business?We are seeking a Development Manager - Digital Platform and API to drive the modernization of our core technology layer. In this high-impact position, you will act as the Product Owner for both our digital applications and integration capabilities, ensuring systems are scalable, secure, and built to support ongoing digital transformation.This is a modern, forward-thinking IT role designed for someone who excels at managing third-party development relationships. Because software build is outsourced, your primary focus will be guiding vendor delivery and solution architects-balancing high-value transformation projects with continuous operational BAU demands.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Ownership and Strategy: Lead the roadmap, product backlog, and feature prioritization for our API integration layer and a suite of around 20 application platforms, including flagship digital finance tools.Outsourced Delivery and Vendor Management: Direct external software providers and internal Solution Architects to convert business requirements into robust, high-performing platform capabilities.Agile Leadership: Champion agile ways of working, facilitating core ceremonies to navigate the daily challenge of balancing ongoing BAU improvements ..... full job details .....