Software Engineering Manager

We are hiring Software Engineering Manager for our client based in London, UK.

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager with 12-14 years of overall experience in software engineering and team leadership. The role requires a seasoned professional who can lead high-performance engineering teams, manage large-scale projects, and foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing complex engineering challenges, and a deep understanding of modern software development practices.

Key Responsibilities:
• Leadership & Team Development:

• Manage and mentor a team of 10-20 engineers, ensuring continuous skill development and career growth.
  
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that values creativity, learning, and personal ownership.
  
• Develop and implement strategies to attract, develop, and retain top engineering talent.
  

• Provide strong technical direction, ensuring high-quality engineering design, architecture, and implementation.
  
• Lead architectural decisions and technical reviews to ensure robust and scalable solutions.
  
• Champion best practices in coding standards, testing, code reviews, and DevOps.
  

• Collaborate with Product Managers and cross-functional teams to define and align engineering goals with business objectives.
  
• Lead the execution of end-to-end delivery of large and complex projects, ensuring on-time delivery and high-quality results.
  
• Anticipate and mitigate risks in engineering projects, and proactively manage issues that impact delivery.
  
• Ensure transparency and regular communication with key stakeholders on progress, challenges, and solutions.
  

• Drive continuous improvement in the engineering process to enhance productivity and product quality.
  
• Implement and optimize Agile methodologies, encouraging team adoption of efficient workflows like Scrum or Kanban.
  
• Measure and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) such as velocity, delivery timelines, and team satisfaction.
  

• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to guide the long-term technical vision.
  
• Partner with senior leadership to define technology strategy and ensure alignment with business goals.
  
• Drive innovation in engineering approaches and solutions to maintain a competitive edge.
  

• Manage the engineering team's budget, ensuring optimal use of resources and adherence to financial targets.
  
• Ensure that the team has the tools, technologies, and resources needed for successful project delivery.
  

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required. Master's degree is a plus.
  

• 12-14 years of experience in software engineering, with at least 4+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
  
• Proven success in managing engineering teams and delivering scalable, high-quality software products.
  
• Extensive experience in hiring, mentoring, and growing engineering talent.
  

• Expertise in insert relevant technologies, e.g., Java, Python, Cloud Infrastructure, Microservices .
  
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP), and architecture.
  
• Solid grasp of Agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines.
  

• Strong decision-making, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  
• Experience working in a cross-functional team environment with product and design teams.
  

• Experience with large-scale distributed systems and cloud-native applications.
  
• Deep understanding of system performance, scalability, and security best practices.
  
• Experience working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.