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Software Engineering Manager | £110k – Java, Vue.js & AWS

Are you ready to join an innovative tech house that leverages AI, Machine Learning, and NLP to revolutionize asset management? Imagine being part of a team that serves exciting industries like Formula 1 and you can directly impact the technical roadmap and strategy of a growing organization.

This fast-paced SaaS provider is at the forefront of applying cutting-edge technologies to heavily regulated industries, creating actionable intelligence from industrial data to enhance safety, reliability, and productivity.

As a Software Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of 10-15 engineers, fostering an open and high-performance culture while being client-facing. Your role will involve overseeing team sprints, performance metrics, ensuring continuous improvement, and taking ownership of any safety and security standards such as ISO certifications.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in Java, Python, or any other OOP language. Their tech stack includes Java, Springboot, Microservices, Python, and AWS. Leadership and management experience of at least 1-2 years is essential for this role, and exposure to ISO certifications would be a plus.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary of up to £110k, an onsite role in London, and access to professional development through training programs and a range of perks. The interview process is quick and efficient. While long-term contractors are considered, we are ideally looking for individuals who have been in their roles for at least 2 years+. 

Interested in learning more or know someone who might be? Get in touch via Rebeka Mulk at (url removed) or connect on LinkedIn – Rebeka Mulk @ Opus Recruitment Solutions for an informal chat.

Please note, sponsorship is not available for this role currently

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