Senior Manager, Software Development

Senior Manager, Software Development & Delivery - Sydney Add expected salary to your profile for insights We are AUSIEX With over 25 years of experience in the local market and the backing of a multinational trading technology powerhouse, we’re AUSIEX. We specialise in equities execution, clearing & settlement services, and equities administration for financial intermediaries. Since 1994, we’ve used our deep, local expertise to deliver solutions that seamlessly connect our clients to markets. We are powered by Nomura Research Institute (NRI), a global leader in technology and operations services. We’re infusing NRI’s proven technology capability and tradition of innovation, with our trusted trading solutions and local market expertise. See yourself in our team The AUSIEX technology team is responsible for delivering solutions that provide market value and that keep that technology running smoothly, in order to help to secure and enhance the financial wellbeing of our clients and customers. Reporting The following teams report to the Senior Manager for Software Development & Delivery: Software Engineering & Development Quality Assurance Software Delivery Business Analytics Offshore Partner Liaison(s) x2 As Senior Manager of Software Development & Delivery, you will lead AUSIEX’s software engineering and delivery function, ensuring technology solutions are aligned with business goals and regulatory needs. You’ll drive transformation, foster innovation, and build high-performing teams across development, QA, business analysis, and delivery. Key areas of impact include Strategy Execution: Turn technology strategy into clear delivery plans that support growth. Team Leadership: Build and mentor skilled, collaborative teams locally and offshore. Delivery Oversight: Ensure quality, performance, and continuous improvement across all streams. Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with senior leaders to align delivery with business priorities. Vendor Management: Oversee external partners to ensure compliance and value. Innovation: Lead modernization efforts including cloud adoption and legacy system upgrades. Your leadership will help AUSIEX deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality solutions to financial institutions and advisers across Australia. What will you be doing The Head of Software Development & Delivery is responsible for leading the end-to-end software engineering and delivery function within Ausiex Technology. This includes oversight of software development, quality assurance, business analysis, and solution delivery management. The role ensures the successful execution of strategic technology initiatives, drives innovation, and fosters a high-performance engineering culture across local and global teams. It is pivotal in aligning technology delivery with business objectives, ensuring scalable, secure, and high-quality solutions that support Ausiex’s growth and transformation agenda. This role is based in Perth or Sydney and will have accountability for: Leadership, Mentorship & Strategy Define and execute the software development and delivery strategy aligned with Ausiex’s business and technology goals. Lead, mentor, and grow high-performing teams across Development, QA, BA, and Solution Delivery, including globally distributed teams. Foster a culture of continuous learning, professional development, and technical excellence. Provide coaching and career guidance to team members, supporting their growth into future leaders. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to shape technology roadmaps and investment priorities. Software Development & QA Oversee the design, development, testing, and deployment of scalable and secure software solutions. Ensure adherence to architectural standards, coding best practices, and regulatory requirements. Implement robust governance and reporting mechanisms to track delivery performance. Drive continuous improvement in engineering and QA practices, tools, and frameworks. Business Analysis & Solution Delivery Lead the business analysis function to ensure clear, actionable requirements and alignment with business needs. Manage solution delivery across multiple initiatives, ensuring timely and effective execution. Implement robust governance and reporting mechanisms to track delivery performance. Vendor Management Manage relationships with external technology vendors and delivery partners. Negotiate contracts, monitor performance, and ensure alignment with strategic delivery goals. Evaluate vendor capabilities and ensure compliance with Ausiex’s standards, policies, and regulatory requirements. Stakeholder Engagement Partner with Product, Operations, Risk, and Compliance teams to ensure technology solutions meet business and regulatory needs. Act as a key liaison between technology and business units, translating strategic objectives into actionable delivery plans. Innovation & Transformation Foster a culture of innovation, encouraging experimentation with emerging technologies. Lead transformation initiatives including cloud migration & modernization of legacy systems. We’d love to hear from passionate people who have To succeed in this role, you will bring deep expertise in software engineering leadership, delivery excellence, and transformation. You are a strategic thinker with a proven ability to lead complex initiatives and build high-performing, globally distributed teams. Required experience and capabilities 20+ years in software engineering and delivery leadership roles, including cross-functional and global team management. Strong knowledge of modern development methodologies. Experience with cloud platforms (preferably AWS) and microservices architecture. Proven success leading large-scale transformation programs, including cloud migration and legacy modernization. Demonstrated ability to manage offshore delivery and vendor relationships effectively. Track record of mentoring and developing engineering, QA, and delivery talent. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Preferred attributes Experience in financial services or regulated environments. Familiarity with risk, compliance, and governance frameworks. Ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution. Key competencies Strategic Agility – Anticipates future trends and translates them into actionable technology strategies. Execution Focus – Maintains a strong bias for action, delivering outcomes with speed, quality, and accountability. Inclusive Leadership – Builds trust and engagement across diverse, distributed teams through clear communication and shared purpose. Talent Stewardship – Invests in people development, fostering a culture of growth, learning, and performance. Commercial focus – Balances technical decisions with business impact, ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value. Influence & Collaboration – Navigates complex stakeholder environments with confidence, aligning cross-functional teams toward common goals. Change Leadership – Leads transformation with resilience and adaptability, championing innovation and continuous improvement. Risk & Governance Mindset – Embeds compliance and risk awareness into delivery practices, ensuring operational integrity. We want to help grow your skills and develop your career with us If this sounds like you – apply today Inclusion and diversity are part of who we are. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that enables, values and celebrates the diverse opinions of our employees. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application/interview process, please contact Visit us on or on LinkedIn Unlock job insights Salary match Number of applicants Skills match Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? What's your expected annual base salary? Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr