Engineering Manager (IT Chapter Lead) - Risk & Compliance Tribe

Danske Bank; København; Hybrid; DKK 1,100,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Danske Bank is seeking an Engineering Manager (IT Chapter Lead) to modernise IT systems and develop a high-calibre team. You will lead Software and Data Engineers across Copenhagen and Vilnius, balancing hands-on contribution with people management to shape both solutions and engineers’ careers.

You will guide system design, data modelling and platform architecture while mentoring staff, aligning tech with business needs, and driving continuous improvement in engineering practices and data

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Software or Data Engineer or Tech Lead with strong data expertise.
• Proficiency in .NET, SQL, and Python for scalable data solutions.
• Experience with modern data platforms, preferably Databricks or AWS.
• Ability to lead technical direction while maintaining active involvement.
• Experience with or motivation for line management including performance development.
• Genuine interest in coaching and mentoring engineers at different career stages.
• Strong communication skills in English for technical and business collaboration.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD practices and automated testing would be valuable additions to your background.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a functional team of Software and Data Engineers across all seniority levels.
• Act as Tech Lead in delivery squads, contributing to solution design and implementation.
• Guide technical decisions around system design, data modelling, and platform architecture.
• Mentor engineers in technical skills, delivery practices, and career development.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business requirements.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering practices, systems and data flows.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Tools

.NET

SQL

Python

Databricks

AWS

Infrastructure as Code

CI/CD

Automated testing

Job description

Job Description

Join the Risk and Compliance Tribe as an Engineering Manager (IT Chapter Lead) where you will modernise IT systems while developing a skilled team. This dual role combines technical leadership with people management, giving you the opportunity to shape both our solutions and the careers of experienced engineers. You will work on business-critical systems that support risk management and core banking processes across Danske Bank.

What You Will Be Doing

As a playing coach, you will combine hands‑on technical contribution with leadership responsibilities, working closely with Product Owners, architects, and risk specialists to deliver scalable solutions. Over the coming years, the processes we support will evolve significantly, requiring our IT systems to adapt accordingly. At the same time, we are embarking on a substantial modernisation journey, where your expertise will be essential in shaping, planning, and executing the transition. You are expected to support your Product Owner, navigate and balance competing technical and business priorities, while your team of Software and Data Engineers, based in Copenhagen and Vilnius, will rely on your guidance for both technical direction and professional development.

Your day to day responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage a functional team of Software and Data Engineers across all seniority levels
• Act as Tech Lead in delivery squads, contributing to solution design and implementation
• Guide technical decisions around system design, data modelling, and platform architecture
• Mentor engineers in technical skills, delivery practices, and career development
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business requirements
• Support continuous improvement of engineering practices, systems and data flows

About You

• 5+ years of experience as a Software or Data Engineer or Tech Lead with strong data expertise
• Advanced skills in .NET, SQL, and Python for scalable data solutions
• Experience with modern data platforms, preferably Databricks or AWS
• Ability to lead technical direction while maintaining active involvement
• Experience with or motivation for line management including performance development
• Genuine interest in coaching and mentoring engineers at different career stages
• Strong communication skills in English for technical and business collaboration
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD practices and automated testing would be valuable additions to your background.

For more information, please reach out to the hiring manager Tim Dettloff, IT Chapter Area Lead, Risk & Compliance Tribe IT on [e-mail]