Software Development Manager
35AI USED FOR35%moving to60%
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THE DOOR, 20 YRSC
STARTING PAY£35,000 - £45,000
RELATIONAL MOATPeople want a real person for this. That preference is the protection.
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Software Development Manager
Software Development Managers are the driving force behind innovative technology solutions that shape industries and improve lives. In the UK, they lead talented teams to create cutting-edge software, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.
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This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for a modest share of what this job actually involves today, and people want a real person for this. That preference is the protection. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Software Development ManagerAssists in managing small teams and projects, focusing on learning the ropes of project management and team dynamics.£35,000 - £45,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Software Development ManagerOversees larger projects and teams, ensuring successful delivery while mentoring junior staff and improving processes.£55,000 - £70,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Software Development ManagerLeads multiple teams and projects, driving innovation and strategic direction while liaising with executive management.£85,000+
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The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Computer Engineering with Industrial StudiesUniversity of Southampton · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£47,000 median
🎓Computer Science with Artificial IntelligenceUniversity of York · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Computing Science (Cybersecurity)University of Aberdeen · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Computer Games Design with AnimationAshton Sixth Form College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£39,000 median
🎓Computer and Electronic SystemsUniversity of Strathclyde · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Software Engineering (with Placement)Queen's University of Belfast · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
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Computer Engineering with Industrial StudiesUniversity of Southampton · DegreeComputer Science with Artificial IntelligenceUniversity of York · DegreeComputing Science (Cybersecurity)University of Aberdeen · DegreeComputer Games Design with AnimationAshton Sixth Form College · DegreeComputer and Electronic SystemsUniversity of Strathclyde · DegreeSoftware Engineering (with Placement)Queen's University of Belfast · Degree