Java Team Lead/Engineering Manager - Agile, Jira, Confluence, Java, DevOps, CI/CD

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Engineering Manager to lead their Java team. This role emphasizes team health, skill development, and high-quality delivery within Agile frameworks. You will leverage your technical expertise in Java microservices and APIs to guide your team, ensuring productivity and effective collaboration across departments. If you are passionate about fostering a positive team culture and driving technical excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company and make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing engineering teams with a focus on Agile methodologies.
• Strong technical background in Java microservices and APIs.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of engineers and support their skill development.
• Ensure high-quality delivery within Agile and Scrum frameworks.

Skills

Java

Agile

Jira

Confluence

DevOps

CI/CD

Microservices

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Title: Java Team Lead/Engineering Manager - Agile, Jira, Confluence, Java, DevOps, CI/CD

Location: England, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Role Overview: The Engineering Manager is responsible for managing engineering teams, focusing on team health, hiring, and delivery. They possess technical credibility in Java microservices and APIs, and aim to improve productivity and coordinate across departments.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage a team of engineers.
2. Support skill development and growth of team members.
3. Provide guidance on technical contributions and product architecture.
4. Maintain empathy and awareness of engineering processes, including code reviews and workflow evaluations.
5. Ensure high-quality delivery within Agile and Scrum frameworks.
6. Design and develop solutions, adhere to coding standards, and lead delivery efforts.
7. Participate actively in Agile ceremonies to maintain team velocity.
8. Support the team culturally and technically to meet targets.
9. Utilize Jira and Confluence effectively; possess knowledge of DevOps and CI/CD.
10. Contribute to delivery discussions, manage stakeholders.
11. Work with Java microservices and APIs from a development background.
12. Implement process improvements.
13. Conduct regular 1:1s and provide performance feedback.
14. Lead technical decision-making within the team.