Platform Engineering Manager in London

Job Title: Platform Engineering Manager

Location: London, UK (Hybrid)

Company Overview:

Join a leading global brokerage in the heart of London and drive innovation.

Our Platform Engineering team is dedicated to creating a cutting-edge platform for rapid, reliable software development and deployment.

We are now seeking a skilled Platform Engineering Manager to lead our talented team of 13 engineers.

This role emphasizes effective communication and stakeholder management, with a hands-off approach to technical tasks.

What's In It For You:

• Global Brokerage: Lead a dynamic team at a top brokerage.
• Continuous Learning: Access paid training for professional growth.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements, with 2 days in the Liverpool Street office.
• Competitive Salary
• Collaboration: Work closely with various teams to drive platform success.
• Benefits Package: Includes pension (up to 6% matched), private family health coverage, life insurance, and long-term sick cover.
• Exciting Projects: Engage in complex, challenging projects.

Role Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of 13 platform engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment of platform initiatives with business goals.
• Strategic Direction: Provide strategic guidance for platform development, ensuring projects are delivered on time and meet high-quality standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.
• Performance Management: Conduct regular performance reviews and support the professional development of team members.
• Project Oversight: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of platform projects, ensuring seamless integration with development tools and processes.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Leadership Experience: Proven experience in a leadership role within platform engineering or a related field.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of platform engineering principles and practices, including AWS, Python, Terraform, Docker, and CI/CD processes.
• Project Management: Experience managing and delivering complex technical projects.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and align engineering efforts with business objectives.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.

Learn More:

For more information, contact George Harris at Harrington Starr for a confidential conversation, or click "Apply" to start your application.

Join an ambitious team and shape the future of software development with your leadership and expertise.