Software Engineering Manager
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Exceptional opportunity for a technical leader to influence the integration of AI in software engineering, focusing on high-quality deliveries.
- Influential leadership role in AI-driven development
- Exceptional growth prospects and competitive environment
- Encouragement of creativity and team spirit
- Requires significant management and technical experience
Pros
- Opportunity to lead and innovate in AI integration in software development.
- Supportive work culture with emphasis on team success and innovation.
- Access to personal development budgets for skill enhancement.
Cons
- Role demands balancing technical depth with people management.
- Need for continual learning to stay updated with AI advancements.
- Reporting and project management pressures may be challenging.
Who it's for
Lead / Management • Hybrid model, office-based collaboration
Good fit
- Software engineering managers focused on AI
- Leaders wanting to shape technology practices
- Visionary candidates eager to drive project outcomes
Not recommended for
- Candidates desired technical roles without aspirations for leadership
- Individuals averse to fast-paced or startup-like working conditions
- Those who prefer clear, structured tasks over dynamic environments
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
We are looking for a seasoned Software Engineering Manager to lead high-performing, cross-functional development teams. This role blends technical expertise, delivery excellence, and people leadership, ensuring that your teams build robust, scalable software that aligns with business goals.
As an AI-native leader, you’ll play a critical role in driving adoption of AI across our Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and product strategy—ensuring our engineering practices remain modern, efficient, and future-ready.
What you'll do
As a Software Engineering Manager, you will be instrumental in guiding our engineering teams, fostering an environment of innovation, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions. This role requires a blend of strong leadership, technical acumen, and a forward-thinking approach to integrating AI into our development processes.
Lead, coach, and develop multi-disciplinary Agile teams (typically 6–8 engineers per team).
Champion high-quality software delivery through modern engineering practices (CI/CD, test automation, observability, quality gates).
Ensure teams are set up for success with the right processes, workflows, and tooling, delivering on-time commitments.
Collaborate with Product Managers and Domain Architects to translate business needs into technical outcomes.
Proactively explore, experiment with, and apply AI tools and agentic frameworks to engineering workflows and product capabilities.
Drive continuous improvement in delivery capability, operating models, and tooling, promoting visibility and transparency.
Who you are
•BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience.
•7+ years in software engineering roles, including 2+ years in people management.
•Proven experience with Agile delivery, CI/CD pipelines, and quality-focused development.
•Track record of building and scaling teams, processes, and product impact.
•Enthusiastic about leveraging AI to boost productivity and innovation.
•Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with a customer-focused approach.
Our Perks
Insurance
Cycle
Pension
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Referral
Training budget
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