Director of Engineering Performance - London | London, UK

Sokin; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech provider in London seeks a Director of Engineering Performance to empower engineers and enhance performance. The role involves coaching, developing training programs, and improving processes. Candidates should have at least 10 years of relevant experience and a degree in a related field. The company values inclusivity and offers a hybrid working culture.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Flexible working culture

Qualifications

• At least 10 years' experience in technical roles.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Experience designing engaging training materials.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a psychologically safe environment for engineers.
• Act as a trusted advisor and coach for personal growth.
• Own and improve the engineering performance review process.
• Use metrics to improve internal tools and processes.
• Design and manage learning & development programs.

Skills

Technical performance improvement

Outstanding communication skills

Training and development

Proactive and analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Computer Science, or Engineering/IT

Job description

Director of Engineering Performance - London

Director of Engineering Performance - London

Sokin London, United Kingdom Apply now Posted 26 days ago Permanent Competitive

Director of Engineering Performance - London

Sokin London, United Kingdom Apply now

Director of Engineering Performance - London

Sokin is looking for a dynamic leader to join our expanding international engineering org, in a key, hands-on role focused on empowering our engineers to do their best work every day and maximise overall team success.

As the Director of Engineering Performance , you will work closely with the whole engineering team and senior managers to optimise performance using a combination of coaching, mentoring and directed learning and development.

About Sokin

Sokin is a leading B2B fintech provider revolutionising international payments and receivables processing. We enable businesses to move money seamlessly across borders, offering over 75 currencies at competitive wholesale rates on a single platform. Committed to transparency, efficiency, and innovation, our diverse client base spans entertainment, logistics, travel, and more. Join a global team that's transforming the world of cross-border financial services through technology-first solutions.

Responsibilities:
Empowerment, Training & Adoption

• Help cultivate a psychologically safe environment where engineers feel heard, supported, and empowered to perform their best work
• Act as a trusted advisor and coach to engineers, fostering personal and professional growth through 1:1s, goal setting and actionable feedback
• Own and improve the engineering performance review process, aligning it with individual development plans
• Use engineering metrics and feedback to continuously improve internal tools, processes, and team performance
• Collaborate with the People Team and Engineering Leadership to align with hiring practices and organizational strategy
• Curate, design, launch, and manage learning & development (L&D) programs that cover the full spectrum of experience from intern all the way through to principal engineers in collaboration with engineering chapter leads
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging tools to inform and evolve internal practices
• Partner with technical experts to create internal training materials, knowledge-sharing sessions, mentorship initiatives and progression pathways
• Identify skills gaps across the team and proactively recommend or develop targeted training initiatives
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, experimentation and frequent, actionable feedback.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• At least 10 years' experience in technical performance improvement, solutions engineering, technical training, or related roles within technology-led businesses
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience designing and delivering engaging training, technical documentation and L&D content using modern tools and platforms
• Ability to work cross-functionally, influence stakeholders at all levels, and thrive in a globally distributed, fast-paced environment
• A proactive, analytical, and continuous-improvement mindset
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Computer Science, Engineering/IT, or equivalent professional experience.

Please note, candidates will need to have the right to work in the jurisdiction that they are looking to work in. Sokin is an equal opportunities employer and committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment. As a growing global startup with bases across multiple countries, we were established on and continue to promote an agile, flexible working culture. Please reach out to discuss any accommodations you may require during the recruitment process.

Department Technology Locations London Remote status Hybrid

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