Development Manager

Development Manager

Reference number: JR253460

Location: Remote with hybrid working available in our London office

Working pattern:Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type:Permanent

Number of roles:1

Salary:85000 - 89000 per annum

We are looking for Development Managers to join our team.

We areseekinga strategic and technicalDevelopment Managerto join our Application Engineering and Architecture Team. This role is unique: you will own the production line of our software delivery. While we have multiple distributed development teams shipping code we need toeliminatefriction and ensure seamless integration.

You will not just be managing people; you will be the architect of our flow. You will coordinate teams tooptimisecadenceprofessionaliseour release capability and ensure that our delivery ordering prevents technical debt. You will be the guardian of our platforms integrity and the driver of our engineering velocity.

As the Development Manager you will work intimately with the QA Manager Solution Architects Analytics Engineers and the Portfolio Delivery Team. Your mission is to streamline our development cycle through lightweight governance automation and artificial intelligence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled Development Manager who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.

A detailed job description can be viewed here. If the link does not work for you please copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: youll bring to the role

• Demonstrable experience managing software delivery in a complex multi-team environment (e.g. managing interdependencies between distinct Scrum teams or 3rd party vendors).

• Deep understanding of modern branching strategies (GitFlowvs. Trunk-Based Development) semantic versioning and the ability to resolve complex merge/deployment conflicts.

• Practical hands-on experience with CI/CD tooling (ArgoCD/Jenkins Azure DevOps GitHub Actions) and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform/Bicep). You understand how to build the pipes not just use them.

• A proventrack recordof reducing cycle time (leadtime forchanges) and deployment failure rates through automation and process re-engineering.

• Strong ability to negotiate with Dev Leads and Project Managers to ensure adherence to our governance standards.

What we do

Kaplan International Pathways a division of Kaplan Inc. offers international students a wide range of flexible study options - from University preparation programmes in the UK Australia USA and Japan through to full degree programmes in Singapore Hong Kong and Australia. Through our academic partnerships with leading universities our expertise in student recruitment our exceptional teaching and a real focus on customer service and pastoral care each year we are proud to welcome thousands of students from more than 100 countries through the doors of our colleges.

In the UK we operate 9 campus-based colleges in partnership with Bournemouth University University of Glasgow University of Liverpool Nottingham Trent University University of Nottingham University of Brighton University of Essex University of York and University of West of England Bristol and an off-campus college in London offering pathways to 7 leading well-ranked UK universities.

What we offer

As well as a competitive salary hybrid/home working where possible and paths for career progression we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 28 days annual leave*

• Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family

• 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services

• Company pension contributions

• Maternity Adoption Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels

• Medicash Health Cash Plan

*Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time.

How to apply

Please apply with CV and cover letter no later than 11pm on 14th June 2026. Note we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.

Application Support

If you require support completing your application or wish to talk to someone about the role before applying please email the Recruitment Team .

Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments

At Kaplan International Pathways were dedicated to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive global workforce. As equal opportunity employers we ensure fair treatment for all employees safeguarding them from discrimination based on protected characteristics as defined in the Equality Act 2010 and beyond.

We actively welcome individuals from varied backgrounds to apply for roles within our organisation appreciating the distinct viewpoints and contributions they offer. We especially encourage applications from underrepresented groups including diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds LGBTQ individuals women people with visible and hidden disabilities and individuals of any age or family status.

Employee Resource Group

Furthermore we proudly endorse and providea platform for our Employee Resource Groups such asKaplan Pride Higher Ground Race Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage Group and Parents and Carers. These groups serve as vital forums for support connection and advocacy within our company.

Following the submission of an application applicants will receive details of how to request their application be considered under our Disability Confident Scheme. Applicants will also be given information on how to request reasonable adjustments if selected for interview.

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