Engineering Manager
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Role Introduction
As an Engineering Manager, will be at the forefront of our engineering efforts, leading high-performing teams dedicated to the design,
development, and delivery of complex technical solutions. This role is pivotal to our business success, as they will not only oversee project
execution but also shape the technical direction of the team and business. Their deep technical expertise will enable us to guide engineers
through challenging projects, ensuring that best practices are followed, and innovative solutions are implemented. They will leverage
strategic vision to align engineering initiatives with broader business objectives, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous
improvement. In this capacity, they will drive efficiency across engineering projects by optimizing processes and encouraging the adoption
of cutting-edge technologies. Their ability to inspire and motivate teams will be crucial in navigating the fast-paced and ever-evolving
landscape of technology, ultimately contributing to the organization's growth and success
What You Will Do
• Provide technical direction and oversight for engineering projects, ensuring alignment with best practices and architectural standards.
• Manage the end-to-end delivery of engineering projects, from requirements gathering to deployment, ensuring timely and high-quality
outcomes.
• Work closely with product management, DevOps, and other stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Identify and implement improvements in engineering processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance productivity and quality.
• Proactively identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project execution.
What You Will Have
Technical Competencies:
• Deep Technical Expertise: Strong background in DevOps, Cloud
architecture, and Software Engineering principles, with hands-on
experience in relevant technologies.
• Agile Methodologies: Proficient in Agile project management
practices, including Scrum and Kanban, with experience in leading
Agile teams.
• Quality Assurance: Expertise in implementing robust testing
frameworks and quality assurance processes to ensure software
reliability and performance.
• Team Development: Commitment to mentoring and developing
engineering talent, fostering a culture of continuous learning and
improvement.
Inspirational Leadership: Ability to motivate and empower teams
to achieve exceptional results and foster a culture of innovation.
Strategic Thinking: Strong analytical skills to align engineering
initiatives with business goals and drive strategic outcomes.
Effective Communication: Excellent verbal and written
communication skills to articulate technical concepts
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships
with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment on project goals and
expectations.
Business Acumen: Deep understanding of how engineering
solutions impact business operations and drive value.
Cost Optimization: Demonstrate significant engineering, product,
or service delivery improvements that result in cost savings,
avoidance, or optimization.
Budget Management: Experience in managing project budgets,
resource allocation, and implementing cost-saving strategies
What We Do For You
Wellbeing focused - Our people are our greatest assets, and ensuring everyone feels their best self to come to work is integral
- Annual Leave - 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays and the ability to buy additional days
- Employee Assistance Programme - Free advice, support, and confidential counselling available 24/7 through Care First
- Endometriosis Friendly Employer - We are proud to confirm our commitment to developing an environment and culture that allows those with endometriosis to thrive in the workplace
Personal Growth - Regardless of where you are at in your career, we're committed to enabling your growth personally and professionally
- Development Programmes - From Future Managers to Leadership Training, our development programmes help you get where you need to go
- Performance Bonus - Our Group-wide bonus scheme enables you to reap the rewards of your success
Financial wellbeing - We understand as well as your mental wellbeing, your financial wellbeing is really important
- Pension Scheme - Our plan with Scottish Widows offers 5% matched contribution by the company
- Income protection insurance - Providing you with support and assistance when you need it most
- Discounted Parking - We have partnered with QPark to provide an exclusive discounted rate for OneAdvanced employee's when purchasing a digital season tickets
Recognition - Highlighting and rewarding the great work our people do
- Performance & Talent - Our own technology platform that allows you to get real-time feedback, conversations and goals to help you become your best self
Making a Difference - we provide opportunities to help our people make a difference to the causes they care about
- MatchIt! - Fundraise for a cause close to your heart and Advanced will match part of the funding
- Volunteering Time - Our volunteering leave scheme allows you to use your time to help those who need it
- Pennies from Heaven - donate the pennies from your pay check to help make a difference without lifting a finger
Who We Are
OneAdvanced is one UK's largest providers of business software and services serving 20,000+ global customers with an annual turnover of £330M+. We manage 1.5 million 111 calls per month, support over 2 million Further Education learners across the UK, handle over 10 million wills, and so much more. Our mission is to power the world of work and, as you can see, our software underpins some of the UK's most critical sectors.
We invest in our brilliant people. They are at the heart of our success as we strive to be a diverse, inclusive and engaging place to work that not only powers the world of work, but empowers the growth, ambitions and talent of our people.
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