Software Engineering Manager
Location: London
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Pattern: Hybrid
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.
Operating across multiple international markets, the business provides critical data and insights that help organisations make informed commercial decisions, manage risk, and improve performance. As part of an ambitious growth strategy, they are investing heavily in technology, engineering capability, and product innovation.
They are now seeking a Software Engineering Manager to play a key role in shaping the future of their engineering organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader who enjoys balancing technical contribution with people leadership.
You'll lead a team of talented engineers while remaining actively involved in architecture, software development, technical strategy, and delivery. The role offers the chance to influence technology direction, champion engineering best practice, and help build a modern, high-performing engineering culture.
What You'll Be Doing
Technical Leadership & Hands-On Engineering (Approx. 60%)
* 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 and refactoring
* Automated testing and documentation support
* AI-enhanced development workflows and quality assurance
* Coaching engineers on effective and 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.
Team Leadership & Development (Approx. 40%)
* 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.
* Mentor engineers in:
* System design and architecture
* Engineering best practices
* 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
Experience
* 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:
* TypeScript and JavaScript
* Node.js
* Modern backend and frontend development
* SQL and data-driven applications
* Strong understanding of 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
You are:
* 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?
This role offers the opportunity to:
* 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
* Hybrid working model
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Ongoing professional development opportunities
* Collaborative and supportive engineering culture
Eligibility
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.