Join the Future of Technology with ZILO
At ZILO, we're redefining what’s possible in technology. ZILO is a UK-based FinTech specializing in global asset and wealth management software, designed to scale and transform businesses of all types using our proprietary AI Technology. Our mission is to digitalize the future of the global asset management industry.
We are a team of experts with decades of combined experience at leading firms worldwide, thriving in fast-paced environments and shaping the future of finance. Every individual plays a key role in driving progress and making a real impact. We continually innovate and improve.
Why work with us? At ZILO, you'll be part of a dynamic, inclusive environment where creativity thrives. We offer the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, collaborate with talented individuals, and contribute to impactful projects. We value continuous learning, personal growth, and providing resources for success.
Ready to shape the future? Let’s talk.
About the role
Lead autonomous, high-performing squads that deliver customer and business impact while developing talented engineers.
Please note this role is based in London with a requirement to attend our office 2-3 days per week.
Key Responsibilities
People & Team Leadership
* Lead 3–4 cross-functional product squads, collaborating closely with a Tech Lead, Architect, and Product Manager.
* Coach, mentor, and develop a team of 10-15 engineers through regular 1:1s, feedback, and career growth plans.
* Hire, onboard, and retain diverse, world-class engineering talent; address performance concerns compassionately.
* Foster psychological safety and high-trust, inclusive team dynamics.
Product & Delivery Leadership
* Translate mission goals into measurable outcomes and milestones; ensure sustainable delivery cadence.
* Act as delivery owner and incident manager, ensuring robust on-call processes, observability, and post-mortems.
* Communicate progress, risks, and trade-offs to stakeholders; unblock teams swiftly.
Technical Stewardship
* Review technical proposals and system designs, guiding teams toward scalable, secure solutions.
* Champion operational excellence (incident management, testing, monitoring, controlled rollouts).
* Embed core engineering principles: small, reversible changes; ownership; "leave things better"; optimize for long-term impact.
Skills & Experience
Must-have
* Hands-on software engineering experience with strong reasoning from first principles.
* Proven track record leading teams to deliver complex products.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and coaching skills.
Nice-to-have
* Experience in experimentation-led or high-growth fintech environments.
* Familiarity with bank-grade compliance, risk, or financial crime tools.
* Experience with incident response and post-incident reviews.
Benefits
* Private Healthcare Plan
* Enhanced leave – 38 days including 8 UK Public Holidays
* Private health cover for employees and families
* Life Assurance – 5x salary
* Flexible work arrangements: work from home and/or London office
* Employee Assistance Program
* Company Pension (Salary Sacrifice options available)
* Access to training and development
* Buy and Sell holiday scheme
* Opportunity for remote work or global mobility
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