Backend Data Systems Manager - Lead High-Impact Platform

Monograph; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in London is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a high-impact Backend team responsible for core data infrastructure. You will ensure the accuracy of real-time transport data and develop reliable systems that directly shape user experiences. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in software engineering, strong leadership skills, and is passionate about building effective teams.

Benefits

Competitive compensation including equity

Comprehensive health scheme

Weekly team lunches

Childcare fee reduction benefits

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience managing a team.
• 8+ years experience in software engineering or data science.
• Experience working with large Python codebases.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of backend and data engineers.
• Own the full technical scope of your team’s products.
• Contribute hands-on to scalable, efficient backend systems.

Skills

Team management

Python programming

Cloud computing

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Education

BSc in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related degree

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes

Snowflake

Databricks

Google BigQuery

Job description

A leading technology firm in London is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a high-impact Backend team responsible for core data infrastructure. You will ensure the accuracy of real-time transport data and develop reliable systems that directly shape user experiences. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in software engineering, strong leadership skills, and is passionate about building effective teams.