Create the conditions for your team to thrive—delivering high-quality software, frequently and confidently.
Coach and develop engineers, helping them grow their skills and careers
Collaborate with Heads of Role to ensure engineers have the guidance and mentorship they need
Contribute to architecture and technical planning conversations, providing strategic input and representing the team’s needs
Drive delivery—clearing blockers, ensuring good process, and making sure projects land
Work closely with Product Managers and stakeholders to align work with business goals
Create a positive, inclusive culture rooted in autonomy, psychological safety, and accountability
Monitor team performance, delivery health and morale—and step in where needed
Be involved in hiring, onboarding, and personal development initiatives for your team
Advocate for your engineers, their work, and their experience across the organisation
Ensure a healthy delivery cadence—ensuring the team ships quality code frequently (ideally daily or weekly)

Requirements

4+ years of experience in software development, including at least 2 years managing or leading engineers
A track record of guiding teams through the full software development lifecycle
Strong communication skills—you’re clear, concise, and human
Ability to lead with context without micro-managing; you build trust and autonomy
Confidence in architectural conversations and strategic thinking
Calm under pressure, pragmatic in a pinch
A passion for great tech (bonus points for open source enthusiasm)
A strong understanding of business context and product impact

Benefits

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

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