Software Engineering Manager
Engineering Manager
AI & Real-Time Systems
Up to £200,000 base (DOE) + 10-30% performance bonus + equity
Remote (UK)
We’re partnering with a fast-growing, AI-driven tech business that’s building a real customer data platform for advertising - not a website, but a core piece of enterprise infrastructure that powers highly personalized, automated marketing for major brands and retailers. They’re scaling fast and tackling serious technical complexity!
They’re looking for an Engineering Manager to lead a skilled team of engineers, drive delivery of high-quality products, and foster a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture. You’ll balance technical leadership with strategic planning, working closely with product and stakeholders to ensure engineering efforts align with business goals.
What you’d be working on:
- Managing and mentoring a team of software engineers to promote professional growth
- Overseeing the software development lifecycle to deliver high-quality products on time
- Collaborating with product management to align engineering efforts with business objectives
- Implementing and advocating best practices in software development and agile methodologies
- Facilitating cross-team communication and coordination
- Contributing to architectural decisions and technical strategies
- Identifying and resolving technical challenges and bottlenecks
- Leading recruitment to build a high-performing engineering team
- Monitoring and improving engineering processes for efficiency and scalability
What they’re looking for:
- 8+ years of software engineering experience, with 3+ years in a managerial role
- Proven track record of leading engineering teams to successful product deliveries
- Strong technical background with modern programming languages and frameworks
- Proficiency in agile development practices
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to balance technical depth with managerial responsibilities
- Experience in advertising technology or e-commerce is a plus
💰 Salary: up to £200,000 base + 10–30% performance bonus + equity/options
If you love leading teams, solving deep technical problems, and shipping impactful products - this could be a brilliant move.
Interview Process:
- Quick resume walkthrough with the founder
- Traditional interview with Head of Engineering
- Take-home exercise followed by a discussion - focused on ways of working and approach