Development Manager - Digital Platforms & APIs

Job Title: Development Manager - Digital Platforms & APIs
Location: Southwest London
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time & Hybrid
Salary: Competitive salary + fantastic benefits!

Shape the Future of Digital Delivery!

We're looking for an experienced technology leader to take ownership of a growing digital platform and API capability within a highly regulated, customer-focused organisation.

This is an opportunity to influence digital strategy, drive platform evolution, and lead the delivery of scalable technology solutions that support business growth and customer experience.

The Role
As Development Manager - Digital Platforms & APIs, you'll own the vision, roadmap and ongoing development of key digital products, platforms and integration services.
You'll work closely with business leaders, architects, technology teams and third-party partners to ensure solutions are delivered effectively, securely and in line with organisational strategy.

Key responsibilities:

Defining and managing product roadmaps for digital platforms and API services
Owning priorities, backlogs and delivery outcomes
Driving platform adoption and continuous improvement
Leading the delivery of new applications, enhancements and integrations
Working with architecture, engineering and security teams to shape future solutions
Managing third-party technology partners and suppliers
Ensuring governance, risk and compliance standards are maintained
Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders across technology and business functions
Supporting the evolution of modern digital delivery and platform-based operating models
Leading and developing a small team of technical specialistsRequirements:

Experience owning platforms, products or API capabilities
Strong understanding of APIs, integrations and modern digital architecture
Experience managing product roadmaps and prioritisation
Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Experience working with third-party delivery partners and vendors
Knowledge of Agile delivery practices and product management methodologies
Exposure to governance, risk, compliance and security frameworks
The ability to translate business objectives into scalable technology solutionsDesirable Experience

Financial services, fintech, insurance or other regulated sector experience
Product Owner or Product Management certifications
Knowledge of API governance and integration patterns
Experience working with enterprise architecture and security functions
Exposure to digital transformation or platform modernisation programmesIf you're passionate about digital products, platforms and technology strategy, we'd love to hear from you!
Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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