Engineering Lead / Integration Lead

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Engineering Manager / Integration Lead - Financial Services - Lead Tech Transformation!

Xpertise Recruitment is excited to partner with an innovative player in the financial services sector, and we're on the lookout for a talented Engineering Manager / Integration Lead to join their Technology & Transformation leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to spearhead a brand-new tech capability, driving key technology initiatives and aligning them with broader business goals.

As Engineering Manager, you’ll take on a pivotal leadership role, shaping the future of the organisation’s technology roadmap and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You’ll focus on driving value-led outcomes and positioning technology as a core business enabler.

This is a rare chance to build a brand-new technology function from scratch. You’ll have the autonomy to shape architecture, lead a talented team, and drive tech-led transformation. You’ll be instrumental in turning this business into a truly modern, technology-driven organisation, with tech at the heart of everything they do.

If you’re passionate about cutting-edge technology, leadership, and making an impact, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Bring:

Strong background in modern tech stacks, cloud-native architectures, and SaaS solutions.
Extensive cloud experience in a cloud-first environment.
Proven experience in leadership roles with a deep understanding of software development, data engineering, and architectural principles.
Proficiency in programming languages (Java, Python, or C#) and ability to engage in technical discussions.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines, automation tools).
Excellent communication skills to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Leadership & Strategy

Define and drive the overall Technology and Engineering strategy, ensuring technology supports business growth.
Collaborate with senior stakeholders to build a robust technology roadmap.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing tech team, fostering growth and continuous improvement.
Take ownership of team recruitment, as this is a new tech capability within the organisation.
Technical Oversight

Oversee all aspects of Data, Infrastructure, Integrations, Test Engineering, and Architecture.
Drive the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance technology solutions.
Manage SaaS-based core systems, key integrations, and a data platform.
Own internal cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices across the tech stack.
Evaluate and implement software, automation, and data tools to enhance business efficiency.
 
For more information on this role or other similar roles please contact Phil Brindley

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