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Engineering Manager - Research Engineering

Flow Traders
Location
London
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Product Development
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Strong people-leadership skills: coaching, feedback, conflict resolution, and building an environment in which engineers thrive
  • Strong project management skills: experience building roadmaps, sequencing work, managing dependencies and risk, and driving delivery predictability in a fast-moving environment
  • A technical or research background sufficient to earn the respect of the engineers you manage and to engage credibly in technical discussions
  • Demonstrated experience leading, growing, and managing the performance of applied researchers and software engineers
  • A track record of delivering applied research through a team, balancing scope, quality, and timelines
  • Sound judgment in hiring and developing talent
What the job really is

The Engineering Manager for Research Engineering at Flow Traders will lead and manage a team of engineers and researchers, focusing on project delivery, team development, and organizational culture. This role involves planning and prioritizing work in alignment with company goals, coaching team members, and ensuring effective communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders. The manager will also be responsible for hiring, resource allocation, and improving team processes to enhance delivery predictability.

Things to weigh
  • Focus on people management and project delivery may limit hands-on technical involvement
  • No specific benefits or compensation details provided in the posting
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