Software Engineering Manager

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Responsibilities

  • Lead cross‑functional initiatives supported by the Engineering Director to enhance quality, security, reliability, and productivity. This includes championing best practices, strengthening the data platform, integrating AI‑driven tooling, and applying Agile ways of working to accelerate delivery.
  • Champion a customer‑focused culture by aligning engineering decisions with user needs and improving customer experience and measurable value.
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation by optimising processes, reducing friction, and raising engineering standards across the organization.
  • Develop and coach the team to deliver high‑quality software through guidance on modern engineering practices, architectural patterns, and clean coding principles. Experience with Python, Java, and frontend technologies like React is a plus.
  • Grow and develop engineering talent through structured performance reviews, regular 1‑2‑1s, and clear personal development objectives.
  • Strengthen collaboration and communication by working closely with Scrum Masters, strategy, product, architecture, quality, and other key stakeholders.
  • Instil a start‑up mindset by promoting speed, ownership, and experimentation to drive innovation and impactful delivery.

Success Looks Like

  • Proven leadership in building highly engaged engineering teams that consistently deliver high‑quality software through strong management and Agile delivery practices.
  • Effective people management grounded in active listening, supporting individual growth, and fostering diversity in a psychologically safe environment.
  • Clear communication of technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
  • Consistent delivery of secure and high‑quality engineering outcomes.
  • Continuous improvement to drive delivery efficiency incrementally.
  • Effective collaboration across cross‑functional teams to achieve aligned customer‑focused results.
  • A proactive, innovative mindset that embraces ownership, experimentation, and modern engineering practices.

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with AI‑driven engineering tools and data‑centric development practices.
  • Background in AWS, platform engineering, and DevOps experience.
  • Exposure to regulated/validated environments such as GxP.

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Responsibilities

  • Lead cross‑functional initiatives supported by the Engineering Director to enhance quality, security, reliability, and productivity. This includes championing best practices, strengthening the data platform, integrating AI‑driven tooling, and applying Agile ways of working to accelerate delivery.
  • Champion a customer‑focused culture by aligning engineering decisions with user needs and improving customer experience and measurable value.
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation by optimising processes, reducing friction, and raising engineering standards across the organization.
  • Develop and coach the team to deliver high‑quality software through guidance on modern engineering practices, architectural patterns, and clean coding principles. Experience with Python, Java, and frontend technologies like React is a plus.
  • Grow and develop engineering talent through structured performance reviews, regular 1‑2‑1s, and clear personal development objectives.
  • Strengthen collaboration and communication by working closely with Scrum Masters, strategy, product, architecture, quality, and other key stakeholders.
  • Instil a start‑up mindset by promoting speed, ownership, and experimentation to drive innovation and impactful delivery.

Success Looks Like

  • Proven leadership in building highly engaged engineering teams that consistently deliver high‑quality software through strong management and Agile delivery practices.
  • Effective people management grounded in active listening, supporting individual growth, and fostering diversity in a psychologically safe environment.
  • Clear communication of technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
  • Consistent delivery of secure and high‑quality engineering outcomes.
  • Continuous improvement to drive delivery efficiency incrementally.
  • Effective collaboration across cross‑functional teams to achieve aligned customer‑focused results.
  • A proactive, innovative mindset that embraces ownership, experimentation, and modern engineering practices.

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with AI‑driven engineering tools and data‑centric development practices.
  • Background in AWS, platform engineering, and DevOps experience.
  • Exposure to regulated/validated environments such as GxP.

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Posted: May 22nd, 2026