Senior Engineering Manager

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead their software engineering teams in Sheffield . This role is critical for driving technical excellence, fostering innovation, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions. You will be responsible for managing multiple engineering teams, mentoring engineers, and setting the technical direction for key projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical leadership, a passion for building great products, and the ability to cultivate a collaborative and high-performing engineering culture. This is a hands-on leadership role within a growing technology department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor multiple software engineering teams.
• Oversee the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions.
• Define and drive engineering best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes.
• Collaborate with product management to define technical requirements and roadmaps.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence.
• Ensure the scalability, reliability, and performance of software systems.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in a management or team lead role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading engineering teams and delivering complex software projects.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and agile methodologies.
• Excellent technical leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with modern software architecture and cloud technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with an annual bonus and potential stock options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending tech conferences.
• Relocation assistance may be available for candidates moving to Sheffield .