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.

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