Software Engineering Manager.
Lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team while improving delivery, quality and technical direction. Join a growing technology business where engineering leadership has a direct impact on product outcomes.
The opportunity
Birchwell Associates is supporting a growing technology business in the search for a Software Engineering Manager. This role will suit an experienced engineering leader who can combine people management, delivery ownership and sound technical judgement.
You will lead a multi-disciplinary software engineering team, work closely with product and senior stakeholders and help create the structure, standards and environment needed for engineers to deliver high-quality software consistently.
What you will be doing
- Lead, coach and develop a multi-disciplinary software engineering team.
- Improve planning, delivery predictability, engineering quality and team effectiveness.
- Work with product leaders to shape priorities, delivery plans and technical trade-offs.
- Support architectural decision-making and ensure engineering standards remain practical and consistent.
- Build effective hiring, onboarding, progression and performance-management processes.
- Use delivery and engineering metrics to identify risks, remove blockers and guide improvement.
What we are looking for
- Strong commercial experience managing software engineering teams.
- A technical background in software engineering, architecture or hands-on development.
- Experience leading delivery in a SaaS, digital product or technology-led environment.
- Confidence managing senior engineers and supporting career development across different levels.
- A good understanding of cloud platforms, modern development practices, testing and CI/CD.
- Clear communication and the ability to work effectively with product, design and senior business stakeholders.
What is on offer
- Salary between £90,000 and £110,000, depending on experience.
- Hybrid working from London.
- Leadership ownership across people, delivery and technical direction.
- The opportunity to shape engineering culture, standards and team structure.
- A growing product environment with scope to progress into broader technology leadership.
Ready to make your next move?
Apply by email with your latest CV attached. Include the role title or reference number in the subject line so the application can be reviewed quickly.
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