Scrum Master / Engineering Manager

Babcock; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Scrum Master/Engineering Lead to join their expanding UK Government sector teams. The role involves designing innovative solutions, collaborating with technical teams, and mentoring junior engineers. The position offers a hybrid and flexible working environment, alongside benefits such as a generous referral bonus and comprehensive health plans.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday

Private medical/dental insurance

Pension scheme

Cycle scheme

Company bonus scheme

Diversity and support groups

Qualifications

• Experience with Agile methodologies: SCRUM or SAFe.
• Software development experience with modern programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative solutions within technical and business constraints.
• Collaborate with tech leads and architects.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality assurance.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Software development

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Mentoring junior engineers

Tools

Java

C#

JavaScript

AWS

Azure

Job description

Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : London

BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, enabling governments, armed forces, and commercial businesses to unlock digital advantage in demanding environments.

Job Title: Scrum Master/Engineering Lead

Requisition ID: 121761

Location: London - Hybrid and flexible working options available. Please consult with your recruiter for details.

Grade: GG09 - GG11

Referral Bonus: £5,000

Overview of National Security & Government

The National Security & Government business is expanding, offering opportunities to work with clients on impactful solutions. Join a team that delivers for clients and engages in community outreach to build tech and cyber skills locally.

Role: Scrum Master/Engineering Lead

We seek experienced Scrum Masters/Engineering Leads to join our growing UK Government sector teams. Our diverse team of generalists and specialists develops cutting-edge, high-quality solutions.

Desired Background:

• Designing innovative solutions within technical and business constraints
• Taking responsibility for team’s technical output
• Collaborating with tech leads and architects
• Clear communication skills
• Mentoring and quality assurance
• Software development experience in Java, C#, JavaScript
• Cloud platforms: AWS or Azure
• Agile methodologies: SCRUM or SAFe
• Driving engineering innovation

Additional desired experience includes:

• Scaled agile certifications (SAFe, Scrum@Scale)
• Full-stack design
• Stakeholder management
• Security concepts
• Mentoring junior engineers

Support Provided:

• Flexible working hours and hybrid work arrangements
• 25 days holiday, with buy/sell options
• Benefits: private medical/dental, pension, cycle scheme, taste cards
• Participation in company bonus scheme
• Opportunities to join diversity and support groups

Security Clearance:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and undergo SC clearance. More info: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/security-vetting-and-clearance

Why BAE Systems?

Make a difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and merit. We support reasonable adjustments for disabilities.

Note: Many roles require security and export control compliance, including UK residency requirements for vetting.

Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence

We embrace hybrid working, enabling remote collaboration and flexible work arrangements to enhance work-life balance and well-being.

Diversity and inclusion are core to our success, fostering a culture of varied perspectives and skills.

Division: Financial Services

Leading in cyber defence, our Financial Services unit protects banks, insurers, and financial institutions from cyber threats, fraud, and regulatory risks. Your role will be critical in maintaining our leadership in cybersecurity for the financial sector.