About this role
Salary: £? - ? per year
Requirements: Proven experience as a Software Engineering Manager in large, complex environmentsStrong track record of leading teams of Software Engineers and building high-performing teamsHands-on technical background across Java, Javascript, and cloud platforms such as Azure or GCP, including distributed systemsExperience in fast-paced, modern engineering environmentsExpertise in scalable architecture, reliability, and performanceAbility to navigate and simplify complex technical challengesExperience delivering consumer-facing products with frontend and backend awarenessProven track record in driving engineering transformationStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsFlexible approach to hybrid working and occasional travel to other sitesPassion for technology and ability to be hands-on if requiredDegree in Computer Science or a related field is nice to haveStrong computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and problem solving, are nice to haveImmediate availability is nice to have Responsibilities: Lead, coach, and manage large teams of Software EngineersOversee development teams responsible for the development and maintenance of technology productsBring deep technical expertise across Java, Javascript, and cloud technologies such as Azure or GCPDrive delivery in a fast-paced engineering environmentBuild and support high-performing software engineering teamsContribute hands-on technical input when requiredHelp simplify complex technical challengesSupport engineering transformation initiatives Technologies: AzureBackendCloudFrontendGCPSupportJavaJavaScriptDevOps More:
We are recruiting urgently for a contract Software Engineering Manager to join an instantly recognisable firm in London on a 6-month assignment. The role is inside IR35, offers up to £850 per day, and follows a hybrid working pattern with 3 days onsite. This is a contract resource opportunity, so we are only considering candidates from a contracting background. We offer the chance to work with development teams delivering and maintaining technology products in a fast-paced, modern engineering environment.
last updated 29 week of 2026