Software Engineering Manager

Backbase; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cardiff is seeking a seasoned Software Engineering Manager to lead Agile teams in building robust software. This role blends technical expertise with people leadership, focusing on AI adoption throughout the development lifecycle. Ideal candidates have over 7 years in software engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for quality delivery.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Pension scheme with matching contribution

Discounted gym membership

Referral bonus

Training budget

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software engineering roles, including 2+ years in people management.
• Proven experience with Agile delivery and quality-focused development.
• Track record of building and scaling teams and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop multi-disciplinary Agile teams.
• Champion high-quality software delivery through modern engineering practices.
• Collaborate with Product Managers to translate business needs into technical outcomes.

Skills

Agile delivery

CI/CD pipelines

People management

Problem-solving

Communication

AI tools

Education

BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a seasoned Software Engineering Manager to lead high-performing, cross-functional development teams. This role blends technical expertise, delivery excellence, and people leadership, ensuring that your teams build robust, scalable software that aligns with business goals. As an AI-native leader, you’ll play a critical role in driving adoption of AI across our Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and product strategy—ensuring our engineering practices remain modern, efficient, and future-ready.

What you'll do

• Lead, coach, and develop multi-disciplinary Agile teams (typically 6–8 engineers per team).
• Champion high-quality software delivery through modern engineering practices (CI/CD, test automation, observability, quality gates).
• Ensure teams are set up for success with the right processes, workflows, and tooling, delivering on-time commitments.
• Collaborate with Product Managers and Domain Architects to translate business needs into technical outcomes.
• Proactively explore, experiment with, and apply AI tools and agentic frameworks to engineering workflows and product capabilities.
• Drive continuous improvement in delivery capability, operating models, and tooling, promoting visibility and transparency.

Who you are

• BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years in software engineering roles, including 2+ years in people management.
• Proven experience with Agile delivery, CI/CD pipelines, and quality-focused development.
• Track record of building and scaling teams, processes, and product impact.
• Enthusiastic about leveraging AI to boost productivity and innovation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a customer-focused approach.

Our Perks

• Insurance: Option to take up private health insurance for you and your family members.
• Cycle: Loan bikes and cycle equipment plus benefit from a generous tax allowance with our Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Pension: Pension scheme with a 4.5% contribution matched by Backbase.
• Health: Discounted gym membership through our corporate fitness plan.
• Referral: Referral bonus incentive for bringing the best talent.
• Training budget: Specific budget for your personal development.

Join us

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