We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Lead to lead and scale a high-performing engineering culture within a thriving London-based marketplace. This is a role for a leader who balances technical credibility with a deep passion for people development. You will manage Team Leads and Individual Contributors, ensuring that “protecting standards” remains the foundation for team growth and reliable delivery.
You aren’t just a task-tracker; you are a mentor who knows when to step in and when to let a team find their own path. You will be a key driver in technical strategy, architectural discussions, and cross-departmental collaboration.
The Role
People Leadership
Line manage Team Leads and ICs. Conduct impactful 1:1s, set clear career trajectories, and coach your reports on mentoring, ownership, and technical leadership.
Delivery & Strategy
Partner with Product and Design to define roadmaps and ensure work is scoped realistically. You’ll be accountable for team performance, identifying risks early, and maintaining credible delivery standards.
Technical Oversight
Stay “hands‑on enough” to contribute to architecture and trade‑off discussions. Our stack is modern: PHP 8.5, Symfony, React/TypeScript, and AWS. You’ll review complex PRs and pair on gnarly problems when the team needs an extra set of eyes.
Organizational Impact
Remove bottlenecks—whether technical or process‑oriented—to support long‑term profitability and operational excellence.
Who You Are
Experienced Leader
You have a proven track record of managing engineers and developing team culture. You are comfortable having difficult conversations and providing both praise and constructive feedback.
Technically Grounded
You likely started as a Senior or Lead Engineer. You can still read code and demonstrate “what great looks like” to your team.
Data‑Driven
You use metrics to justify investments and inform technical debt management.
Pragmatic
You understand the real‑world trade‑offs between speed, quality, and scope, and you help your teams navigate these consciously.
Collaborator
You build strong relationships across the business, advocating for your team while finding solutions that serve the wider company goals.
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