Software Engineering Manager

Fanatics; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead and inspire teams in developing high-performance backend systems. This role involves overseeing the design and implementation of scalable services and APIs, ensuring best practices in code quality and architecture. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software engineering, particularly with Java and microservices, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about innovation and team development, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic sector.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience, including 2+ years in leadership.
• Strong experience in backend systems development and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in developing backend services and APIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for timely feature delivery.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Microservices Architecture

RESTful API Design

Agile/SCRUM

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Tools

CI/CD Practices

Cloud Platforms

DevOps Workflows

Job description

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Job Description

As an Engineering Manager, you will lead and guide teams in the design, development, and maintenance of backend systems that drive seamless customer experiences. You will oversee the creation of scalable services and APIs while working closely with senior engineers and cross-functional partners to deliver reliable, high-performance software solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineering leader to bring technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a passion for backend systems in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in driving technical direction, innovation, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor teams to design, develop, test, document, and deploy backend services and APIs.
• Own the on-call rotation for your teams, troubleshooting and resolving production issues efficiently.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and other backend teams to ensure timely delivery of features and improvements.
• Champion code quality by conducting and participating in code reviews and ensuring best practices are followed.
• Drive architecture discussions, sprint planning, and process improvements to enhance team productivity and system reliability.
• Develop a deep understanding of the platform's systems, architecture, and evolving customer needs.
• Stay up to date with advancements in backend technologies and industry best practices, continuously improving engineering practices.
• Be open to occasional travel for team-building, collaboration, and industry events.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong experience with backend systems development, including experience with Java (Spring Framework preferred).
• Deep understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Proven experience with both relational and NoSQL databases, including data modeling, indexing, and caching strategies.
• Extensive experience with Agile/SCRUM methodologies and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact features.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, ownership-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience leading and motivating teams to success.
• Ability to navigate and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth setting, balancing multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience transitioning into senior engineering management from technical leadership roles.
• Passion for mentoring and developing team members to reach their full potential.
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices, cloud platforms, or DevOps workflows.
• Previous experience working in scaling or startup-like environments, ideally in a complex and high-demand industry.

Ready to build the future of sports betting? If you possess some of these skills but not all of them, we still encourage you to apply!

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position. We are open to fully remote candidates based in the United Kingdom.