Senior Engineering Manager - AI & Python

London Stock Exchange Group; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 5,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead AI-driven software initiatives in a hybrid work environment. You will guide architecture, delivery, and performance across diverse engineering teams, shaping technical strategy for scalable financial market solutions.

The role requires a strong track record in leading software lifecycles, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with product and data science teams to deliver high-quality code aligned

Qualifications

• Experience designing and building scalable, high-performance software systems.
• Ability to lead large engineering teams and mentor engineers.
• Strong collaboration with Product, Data Science and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Hire, develop and grow diverse engineering teams delivering AI-enabled solutions.
• Provide technical direction, ensure timely delivery and code quality.
• Define roadmaps with Product Managers and Data Scientists.

Skills

High-performance systems

Python/Java

DevOps & CI/CD

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics or related field

Job description

Role profile

Are you an expert software engineering leader with a passion for democratizing the use of AI? Do you want to build innovative solutions for financial markets and professionals by leading teams of brilliant, collaborative software engineers? If so, we’d love to talk to you.

Role summary

As the Software Development Manager, you will drive the technical strategy and development of high-impact, scalable AI solutions, leading software engineering teams through the full software lifecycle – from architecture to deployment. We are looking for an experienced leader with proven ability to mentor engineers, manage project timelines, and deliver high-quality code that aligns with business goals. You combine strategic thinking, strong problem-solving skills, and a collaborative approach to ensure team success and optimal software performance.

Key responsibilities

• Hire and develop diverse and successful engineering teams that ship
• Provide technical mentorship and support while letting your team make key decisions and learn from their mistakes
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Data Scientists, and Software Engineering teams to define roadmaps and deliver iteratively

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 15+ years professional experience in engineering field
• 10+ years shipping software, preferably over the full product development lifecycle
• 6+ years leading software engineering teams

Essential skills

• Extensive experience in software engineering with a focus on designing and implementing high-performance, scalable systems.
• Proficiency in Object-Oriented programming using Python or Java.
• You don't need to write clean code, but need to know how to help your team do so.
• Expertise in cloud technologies (emphasis on Azure and/or AWS) and deployment practices, ensuring seamless and scalable delivery.
• Effective leadership and collaboration skills, with experience leading engineering teams and communicating technical requirements to both technical and non-technical team members.
• Working knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring, to streamline development workflows and improve deployment reliability.

What you’ll get in return

• High-impact projects: We work on a variety of pioneering AI products and leverage extensive datasets to solve high-value challenges.
• Competitive benefits: We offer a strong compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing investment in career growth and skill development.
• Industry leadership: We deliver brand-new products that democratize modeling and analytics solutions.
• Career progression: We provide opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in a work environment of dedicated, highly experienced teams.

We recognize that to attract the best talent, we need to be flexible, and we are open to discussing work arrangements with you. We take a hybrid approach to the workplace; this role is considered ‘digital first’, which requires attending the office at least one day per week while some teams and colleagues choose to collaborate in the office more frequently.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

Career Stage: Manager London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG)

Information: Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

We are proud to have been recognised as a Great Place to Work® in India ‘25

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives.

Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence.

Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.