Think Specialist Recruitment are working on behalf of a leading organisation based in Watford to recruit an IT Manager - AI and Software Development. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of technology delivery, champion AI-enabled software development and lead a growing IT function that engineers all internal IT systems and their customer portal.This role would suit an experienced technology leader who combines strong people management skills with a solid understanding of software engineering, AI tools and IT service operations. An interest in, and knowledge of, AI is essential. Along with an inquisitive mind, a thirst for learning and somebody who can evolve with the technology that is being developed. Salary - 60,000 - 80,000 depending on experience, benefits include:Profit-sharing schemeEnhanced pensionPrivate medical insuranceLife insurance and income protectionEnhanced annual leave options You will lead a small software development team, embedding AI into the software delivery lifecycle while ensuring the organisation''s applications and IT services remain reliable and effective. Key responsibilities will include:Leading, developing and growing a team of software developersChampioning AI-enabled software development across requirements, design, coding, testing and documentationOverseeing software delivery, engineering standards, testing and release managementIdentifying opportunities to use Microsoft AI technologies and the Power Platform to improve ..... full job details .....