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# Software Engineering Manager

- **Company:** Understanding Recruitment
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815043069-software-engineering-manager

## About the Role

* Experience in software development
 * The ability to lead a large Software Engineering team
 * Experience of C++

## Description

Overview

A brand new and exciting opportunity has arisen for a C++ Software Engineering Manager with extensive knowledge of C++ to join a market leading financial services company based from their Old Street, London office. Please note you will be expected to go to the office 4 days per week. The C++ Software Engineering Manager will take lead and mentor a team of 5 developers and QA's while also being able to be hands-on when called upon.

This is an excellent opportunity for a C++ Software Engineering Manager who is looking to work for a fast growing organisation where you will be a key figure within the SDLC and the continued growth of the company.

If you are currently a Software Engineering Manager who leads a team of software engineers and has a passion to steer projects then this would be perfect for you. The ideal candidate will have a great personality and the capabilities to get the most out of their team while being able to build strong relationships across the business. This is an initial 12 month Fix Term Contract with a view to extend.

Responsibilities

 * Lead and mentor a team of 5 developers and QA professionals and be hands-on when required.
 * Take lead and mentor within the SDLC and contribute to the continued growth of the company.

Qualifications

 * Experience in software development
 * The ability to lead a large Software Engineering team
 * Experience of C++

Details

 * Location: Old Street, London
 * Work arrangement: 4 days on-site per week
 * Contract: Initial 12 month fixed-term contract with a view to extend

Application

Apply now for immediate consideration regarding this excellent opportunity

Understanding Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy.


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