Engineering Manager (Belfast, NI)

Biller Genie; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech firm is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead multiple Development Pods in Belfast. This role requires a hands-on leader with a strong C# development background, focusing on people management and driving technical excellence. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations, guiding teams through challenges, and fostering a culture of growth. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills, a solid experience in software development, and a passion for mentoring engineers. Hybrid work arrangement offered.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Group life death benefit

Pension with employer contributions

25 days holiday per year

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of people management experience, ideally leading software development teams.
• 5+ years of hands-on C#/.NET development experience.
• Experience with modern software development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple Development Pods.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Translate business objectives into technical strategies.

Skills

C# Development

Leadership

Cloud Technologies (Azure)

Communication

Software Architecture

Education

BSc or MSc in Computer Science or related qualification

Tools

Azure Functions

CI/CD

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Manager

Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland

Work Arrangement: Hybrid In-Office

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and inspire multiple Development Pods in our dynamic fintech environment. This role requires a hands‑on leader with a strong C# development background who can effectively bridge technical expertise with people management excellence. You will be responsible for the day‑to‑day line management of development teams, ensuring delivery of high‑quality solutions whilst fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and technical excellence. As a servant leader, you'll advocate for your teams, remove blockers, and provide strategic guidance to help engineers reach their full potential. Your technical foundation will be essential in understanding complex architectural decisions and supporting your teams through technical challenges. Join us and shape the future of our engineering organisation!

About Us: Recently ranked #482 on the Inc. 5000 fastest growing companies in the United States, Biller Genie is an award‑winning B2B SaaS platform that has entered the Belfast market with ambitious plans to scale our team rapidly, with over 100 hires planned through 2026.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day line management and leadership for multiple Development Pods, including performance management, career development, and team coordination
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, technical excellence, and collaborative problem‑solving across development teams
• Partner with Product and Engineering leadership to translate business objectives into actionable technical strategies and roadmaps
• Remove blockers and advocate for your teams, ensuring they have the resources and support needed to deliver exceptional results
• Guide architectural decisions and technical direction within pods, leveraging your development background to provide informed oversight
• Facilitate cross‑team collaboration and knowledge sharing to drive organisational learning and best practices
• Support recruitment efforts by participating in interviews and helping to identify top engineering talent
• Monitor team health, productivity, and delivery metrics whilst maintaining focus on quality and technical debt management
• Mentor engineers at all levels, providing guidance on technical challenges, career progression, and professional development
• Perform other duties required by Management

Essential Criteria

• BSc or MSc in Computer Science / related qualification OR equivalent commercial experience
• Minimum 3+ years of people management experience, ideally leading software development teams
• Strong background as a C# Developer with minimum 5+ years hands‑on .NET development experience
• Experience with software development lifecycle, including modern methodologies and delivery practices
• Proven ability to translate technical concepts for diverse stakeholders and advocate effectively for engineering teamsli>
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multiple teams or complex project dependencies
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Experience with cloud technologies, preferably Azure
• Understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and technical debt management
• Track record of developing and retaining engineering talent
• Legal right to work in the UK

Desirable Criteria

• Experience with Azure Functions, Queues, and other Azure services
• Hold a Cloud certification
• Experience in Financial services industry
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD implementation
• Experience with LEAN software development practices and continuous improvement methodologies
• Background in scaling engineering organisations and establishing best practices
• Understanding of modern development practices including testing methodologies and code quality standards

What We Offer

• Private health insurance
• Group life death benefit
• Auto‑enrollment pension with employer contributions increased to 5%
• 25 days holiday per year
• 10 statutory/bank holidays per year
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and innovative work environment

Our Mission

To provide an automated A/R platform that seamlessly integrates existing business processes for the SMB market.

Our Core Values

• Get Shit Done Right - We work hard and ensure tasks are completed correctly and on time, every time.
• Own it - We are subject matter experts who know what we know, and we are confident enough to speak up when we see something wrong.
• Catch Up - We are high performers and love a fast‑paced environment.
• Believe in the Genie - We are passionate about where we are going as a team, and we show we care.
• Class Shines - We are articulate professionals who carry ourselves well and speak with purpose.

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.