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Director of Software Engineering (Hands-On)
We are working with a high growth global fintech, renowned for delivering world-class payments-related software and technology. They are looking to recruit a hands-on Director of Software Engineering who will be a key hire as part of their expansion.
You will lead and grow a nimble, high-performing engineering team delivering next-generation financial solutions.
This is not a purely strategic or people-only leadership role, they need a technical leader who still writes, reviews, and reasons about code while mentoring and scaling strong teams.
What You’ll Do
Lead 14–20 engineers as a player-coach
Stay actively involved in architecture, code reviews, and tech strategy
Build empowered, full-stack teams focused on lean, high-velocity delivery
Shape agile practices and drive engineering excellence
Collaborate with product and exec teams to build high-impact, customer-facing systems
You Bring
5+ years in software leadership (1+ as a Director or above)
A strong OOP background (Java, C#, or C++)
Experience managing engineers and mentoring new leaders
A passion for lean, pragmatic development, and rolling up your sleeves when needed
Curiosity, humility, and a bias for simplicity and action
Bonus Points
Experience in Lean/Kanban environments
Fintech or platform engineering background
If you love the craft of engineering, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to lead by example, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and help shape a world-class engineering culture.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
Software Development
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