Engineering Manager - Data & AI

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on Engineering Manager - Data & AI to lead our data and artificial intelligence capabilities for our B2B regulatory technology SaaS platform. In this pivotal role, you will drive the vision and execution of our data strategy, ensuring robust data foundations to power innovative, data-driven products for the highly regulated industries we serve.

As a crucial member of our rapidly growing business, you will be responsible for ensuring the seamless coordination of engineering efforts, driving high-quality product delivery, and cultivating a collaborative environment that empowers both engineers and stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to our scale-up journey, working alongside talented colleagues in a fast-paced, innovation-driven setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Line management: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of data engineers, data scientists, and machine learning specialists within a collaborative, agile environment. Support team growth through hiring, coaching, and fostering an inclusive, learning-oriented culture.

Planning & delivery: Drive the design, development, and deployment of AI and advanced analytics features that provide value and competitive differentiation for our clients. Continuously evaluate and implement new technologies and methodologies to ensure our platform remains at the forefront of innovation in RegTech. Collaboration & coordination: Work closely with Product Managers to define requirements and translate business needs into actionable technical plans. Partner with Regulatory Specialists to ensure the platform meets relevant compliance and reporting standards. Hands-on leadership: Act as a hands-on technical leader, contributing to architecture, coding, and solution design as needed to accelerate delivery and set engineering standards. Establish and maintain scalable, secure, and high-quality data infrastructure and pipelines to support current and future product requirements. Stakeholder engagement: Partner closely with product managers, regulatory experts, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into robust, data-driven solutions.

Proven experience in engineering management, with a focus on building and scaling data teams in a SaaS or technology-driven environment. Hands-on expertise in modern data engineering practices, cloud data platforms, and the full data lifecycle (ingestion, processing, modeling, analytics, and ML/AI deployment). Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, and experience with data pipeline frameworks (e.g., Spark, Airflow, dbt) and cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). A track record of delivering innovative, data-driven products from concept to production, ideally in a regulated industry (finance, legal, compliance, etc.). Deep understanding of data governance, quality, security, and privacy standards, especially in a B2B or regulated context. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. Experience working with product management and subject matter experts to shape product strategy and deliver impactful solutions. A passion for developing talent, fostering a high-performance culture, and leading by example.

Nice to have: Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) and deploying models in production environments. Familiarity with regulatory technology and compliance requirements. Experience in a fast-paced, scale-up, or start-up environment. Experience working with Snowflake cloud data platform.

Wellbeing: Comprehensive Private Medical Insurance with AXA Employee Assistance Program Private GP access via AXA Dental and & Vision cover - 80% cash back for up to £400 of yearly dental fees and £200 of yearly vision fees. Eye tests covered up to £25 per year. Mental Health cover Gym & fitness membership discounts 4 weeks of 100% paid company sick pay 25 days of holiday entitlement to start, increasing to 26 days after 1 year and 27 days after 2 years with the company

Work & Life Flexible working (hybrid working and flexi-hours with core collaboration time) Office-based collaboration days Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity) Statutory Pension scheme with NEST Paid Volunteering Leave

Social Connection: Quarterly paid team socials Interest-based working groups Monthly team lunches paid by the company Snacks & drinks at the office Regular team shout-outs

Growth & Compensation: Annual Discretionary performance-based bonus Fast progression based on readiness and performance, not time in title Professional Qualification Sponsorship

Private Health Care cover with AXA includes additional benefits: 40% off Nuffield Health Gyms 40% of Hussle Monthly + Pass (covers 206 gyms and fitness centres). Mental Health Cover

AXA Private Healthcare Mental Health Cover: Our mental health is just as important as our physical health and, just as we would seek out help for concerns about our body, it’s important to address any mental health concerns. Feeling stressed or anxious is a normal part of many people’s lives, but when we are struggling with our mental health, it can start to have a negative impact on our everyday lives. If we stop enjoying the things we usually love, or feel sad and don’t know why, it’s important to talk to someone.

What’s covered? Counselling through Stronger Minds; Face-to-face, email or phone counselling sessions. Psychologists and cognitive behaviour therapists

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We have a diverse and inclusive team and are constantly searching to diversify further. We are striving towards achieving a gender-balanced workforce; Currently our advisory workforce is split approximately 50% male to female. Our employees can express their ideas for our business, we encourage our staff to join in key working groups to help run the business, innovate and build our culture.

We are a leading provider of cutting-edge technology solutions for derivative transaction reporting and reconciliation. Our platform helps financial institutions, asset managers, and other market participants comply with complex regulatory requirements in the derivatives space. Our mission is to provide seamless, automated solutions that simplify the reporting, reconciliation, and lifecycle management of derivative transactions.