Engineering Manager/Tech Lead (Hands on!) - Up to £175,000 comp - London/Hybrid

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 148,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a hands-on Engineering Manager to lead a talented team in the capital markets sector. This role offers the chance to drive high-impact projects and develop scalable, high-performance software solutions. As part of a rapidly growing startup, you will leverage your strong technical expertise in Java and experience in financial technology to oversee the design and delivery of mission-critical trading systems. This is a unique opportunity to shape the technical vision and mentor engineers in a dynamic environment, making a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering management with a strong focus on Java.
• Extensive experience leading teams in capital markets or fintech sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers on scalable projects in capital markets.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership utilizing Java and C#.

Skills

Java

C#

Engineering Management

Problem-solving

Communication

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Engineering Manager/Tech Lead (Hands on!) - Up to £175,000 comp - London/Hybrid, London

Client:

Hunter Bond

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Role: Engineering Manager (Contract)

Location: London/Hybrid

Salary: Up to £175,000 Comp

My client is an innovative and rapidly scaling capital markets startup, disrupting the industry with cutting-edge technology solutions. They are seeking an experienced and hands-on Engineering Manager to join their growing team in a permanent role. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of high-impact projects that will drive growth and deliver scalable, high-performance software solutions to their clients in the capital markets space.

As the Engineering Manager, you will bring your strong technical expertise in Java to lead a team of talented engineers. With your background in the capital markets environment, you will be instrumental in developing software that powers real-time, mission-critical trading systems and data-driven applications. This is an exciting chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced startup while contributing to transformative projects in capital markets technology.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage a team of engineers, guiding the technical delivery of high-impact, scalable projects within the capital markets domain.
2. Provide hands-on technical leadership, utilizing Java and ideally some C# to drive development, innovation, and best practices.
3. Oversee the design, development, and delivery of robust, high-performance trading systems and data-driven applications.
4. Collaborate closely with cross-functional global teams to ensure seamless integration and timely delivery of solutions.
5. Shape and execute the technical vision for the team, ensuring adherence to performance, scalability, and security standards.
6. Mentor engineers and foster a collaborative, innovative environment that supports ongoing professional development.
7. Act as a key point of contact for technical challenges, driving impactful solutions and resolving issues as they arise.
8. Work closely with senior stakeholders to define technical requirements, ensuring alignment with business and market goals.

Requirements:

1. Proven experience in a hands-on engineering management/lead role, with a strong focus on Java and ideally some C#.
2. Extensive experience leading engineering teams within the capital markets or financial technology sectors, preferably with front office exposure.
3. Solid track record in delivering high-performance, scalable solutions for data-intensive and real-time applications.
4. Strong understanding of capital markets technology and business processes is highly desirable.
5. Experience managing and mentoring engineering teams, with the ability to work collaboratively in a remote, globally distributed environment.
6. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and translate business needs into technical solutions.
7. A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate complex technical challenges and deliver results in a fast-paced startup environment.

If you’re an experienced Engineering Manager with a passion for leading teams and driving innovation in the capital markets space, this is the perfect permanent opportunity to make a significant impact. If this sounds like your next challenge, please reach out ASAP!