Software Engineering Manager
Location: London
Client / Employer: i3
Job reference: 7058020833129660416373466
Posted: 07.06.2026
Lead Engineering Excellence in a High-Growth Data & Technology Business. We're partnering with a fast-growing global data and technology organisation that delivers market intelligence, analytics, and forecasting solutions to customers worldwide.
They are now seeking a Software Engineering Manager to play a key role in shaping the future of their engineering organisation.
What You'll Be Doing
* Contribute directly to core applications, services, data platforms, and shared engineering capabilities.
* Lead architectural discussions, design reviews, and long-term technical planning.
* Define and maintain engineering standards across code quality, testing, security, observability, and performance.
* Drive the adoption of AI-assisted software development practices, including AI-powered code generation, automated testing, documentation support, AI-enhanced workflows, and coaching on responsible AI usage.
* Evaluate and introduce tools, frameworks, and technologies that improve engineering effectiveness and developer experience.
* Identify technical risks and remove delivery blockers.
* Collaborate with senior technical leaders to define scalable architecture patterns and long-term platform strategy.
* Ensure solutions are reliable, scalable, secure, and maintainable.
* Lead, coach, and develop a team of software engineers.
* Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, career development conversations, and promotion assessments.
* Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, ownership, and continuous learning.
* Design and architect systems.
* Technical problem-solving.
* AI literacy and productivity techniques.
* Partner with Product, Design, Data, and other business stakeholders to deliver customer-focused outcomes.
* Support recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, and organisational growth initiatives.
What We're Looking For
* 5+ years' experience as a Senior, Lead, Staff, or Principal Engineer with significant hands‑on technical responsibility.
* Previous experience leading engineers or managing software development teams.
* Strong technical expertise in Node.js, modern backend and frontend development, SQL and data‑driven applications, cloud platforms, distributed systems, scalable architecture, and production operations.
* Experience influencing technical strategy and architectural direction.
* Demonstrated success mentoring and developing engineers at varying levels of experience.
* Proven ability to deliver complex technical initiatives in fast-paced product environments.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
About You
* A proactive leader who takes ownership and drives outcomes.
* Passionate about software engineering excellence and modern development practices.
* Excited by the opportunities AI brings to engineering productivity and innovation.
* Pragmatic, collaborative, and supportive in your leadership style.
* Comfortable operating in an evolving, high-growth environment.
* Equally motivated by developing people and delivering great technology.
Why Apply
* Shape the future of a growing technology platform.
* Influence engineering standards, architecture, and technical strategy.
* Lead and develop a talented team of engineers.
* Work with modern technologies and AI-enabled development practices.
* Make a meaningful impact within a data-driven, technology-focused organisation.
* Combine hands‑on engineering with leadership responsibilities.
Working Arrangements
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Collaborative and supportive engineering culture
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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