Software Delivery Manager (Data Products / SaaS)
Location: Blackfriars, London (5 days onsite)


We are looking for an experienced Software Delivery Manager / Agile Delivery Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of data-driven products within a fast-paced, data-centric environment.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in SaaS or subscription-based businesses, where products are built around data, analytics, and insights, and where delivery decisions are driven by metrics and performance.


The Role
You will take full ownership of delivering a data-focused product or platform, working closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, data engineering, and analytics.
This is a hands-on delivery leadership role requiring a strong understanding of how data flows through systems, combined with the ability to use metrics and reporting to drive outcomes.


Key Responsibilities
*Own end-to-end delivery of data products and platforms
*Lead Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban), ensuring predictable and high-quality outcomes
*Work closely with engineers, data engineers, and analysts to deliver scalable data solutions
*Drive delivery performance using data, reporting, and KPIs
*Oversee data pipelines (ETL), reporting layers, and dashboards
*Track and optimise delivery metrics such as velocity, cycle time, lead time, and throughput
*Ensure alignment between business goals, product outcomes, and delivery execution
*Provide visibility to stakeholders through clear reporting and insight-driven updates


Required Experience
*Proven experience as a Delivery Manager / Agile Delivery Manager within data-driven or SaaS environments
*Strong understanding of data products, analytics platforms, or insight-led solutions
*Experience working with cross-functional technical teams (engineering, data, analytics)
*Solid knowledge of data pipelines (ETL), dashboards, and reporting frameworks
*Experience using delivery and product metrics to drive decision-making
*Background in mid-sized (mid-market) organisations, with broad ownership across delivery


Technical & Data Capability (Essential)
Candidates must be able to demonstrate hands-on familiarity with data environments, including:
*Tools: Python, SQL, Tableau/Power BI (or similar)
*Data concepts: ETL pipelines, data modelling, reporting layers
*Metrics: Accuracy, latency, completeness, recall/precision (where relevant)
*Ability to confidently interpret and challenge data to inform delivery decisions


We are specifically looking for someone who can clearly demonstrate:
*How they measure performance
*What tools they use
*How they report insights


Why Join
*Work on data-centric products that directly drive business value
*High visibility role with end-to-end ownership
*Collaborative, fast-moving mid-sized environment


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