Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager (Hands off)

Up to £70,000

Hybrid Working (Leeds office)

I’m currently partnered with a well-established organisation undergoing significant technology transformation and investment across their engineering function. They’re now looking for an Engineering Manager to lead and develop a high-performing engineering team, driving delivery across both change initiatives and live services. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys combining strong people leadership with technical oversight, helping shape engineering standards.

The Role

You'll sit at the heart of the engineering organisation, leading a team of engineers while working closely with stakeholders, architecture, product teams and delivery partners. You'll be responsible for driving engineering excellence, ensuring high-quality delivery, and supporting the ongoing evolution of services across a complex technology landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and lead a talented engineering team, creating an environment where people can grow, perform at their best, and deliver meaningful results

• Take ownership of engineering delivery across a portfolio of projects and services, ensuring work is prioritised effectively and aligned with wider business goals

• Work closely with technology, product and business stakeholders to turn requirements into scalable, practical solutions

• Provide technical leadership and guidance, helping teams navigate complex challenges and make informed engineering decisions

• Manage relationships with external suppliers and partners, ensuring successful collaboration and consistent delivery standards

Skills & Experience

Proven experience leading engineering teams, with a passion for developing people and building high-performing cultures

• Strong background delivering technology solutions within complex enterprise or large-scale environments

• Comfortable operating across both people leadership and technical oversight, with the ability to support engineers while maintaining a strategic view

• Experience working closely with business and technical stakeholders, translating requirements into successful delivery outcomes

• Strong understanding of software delivery, service management and engineering best practices

• Ability to balance multiple priorities across projects, operational support and longer-term strategic initiatives

Nice To Have

• Experience working with APIs and integration-focused architectures

• Knowledge of Java Spring Boot and Microservices environments

• Exposure to cloud-based platforms and modern software delivery practices

Benefits

• Hybrid working

• Competitive pension scheme

• Annual bonus opportunity

• Personal development and training investment

• Flexible benefits package

This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced engineering leader who enjoys developing people, driving delivery, and helping shape engineering excellence within a growing technology function.

Drop me a message if you'd be open to hearing more!