Michael Page Portugal
Group leader Software Development
Porto
January 11, 2026
Full-time
65000 EUR
The Group Leader Software Development / Software Engineering Manager will oversee and guide a team of software developers within the industrial/manufacturing of IoT devices related to Public Security Management.
This role is based in Ovar - Aveiro region and requires strong technical expertise and leadership skills to ensure project success and team efficiency.
Client Details
You will be integrated on a growing organisation which operates on the manufacturing/industrial of high tech.
They are recognised for its technological solutions and innovative large-scale projects.
They offer employees the opportunity to work on impactful projects in a collaborative and professional environment.
Description
- Manage and lead a team of software developers to achieve project objectives.
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee software development projects from inception to completion.
- Establish and maintain software engineering processes and best practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align software development with business goals.
- Monitor project timelines and ensure deliverables are met within deadlines.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
- Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance development efficiency.
- Report progress and challenges to senior management and stakeholders.
Profile
A successful Group Leader Software Development / Software Engineering Manager should have:
- Hands-on working experience with software development.
- Experience with multi-disciplinary product development (HW, FW, SW)
- Agile/Scrum/Kanban/SAFe experience with leading, planning, tracking, scrum master;
- Experience with hybrid waterfall/agile projects;
- Experience with embedded software;
- Experienced in leading multi-site technical teams, connecting, inspiring and motivating people;
- Excellent team leadership skills;
- Excellent communicator;
- Willing to travel between company locations and customer locations, including international;
- Specific knowledge of communications systems is a plus;
- Experience as product owner or test architect is a plus.
Job Offer
- Opportunity to work in a large organisation within the industrial and manufacturing industry.
- Competitive salary.
- Direct contract with the client and long-term career prospects.
- Great work environment.
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