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# Software Engineering Manager

- **Company:** Areti Group
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Component-Based Software Engineering, Software Quality, Node.Js, Blockchain, Software Engineering, ReactJS, Information Technology, Software Coding
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815033243-software-engineering-manager

## About the Role

* Proven experience as a Lead Developer or Engineering Manager
 * Strong expertise in Java (preferred), with exposure to Node.js and React
 * Comfortable leading squads and driving technical delivery
 * Skilled in designing scalable, maintainable application architectures
 * Available to start

## Description

Overview

Lead Developer / Engineering Manager - Digital Transformation - Direct message the job poster from Areti Group | B Corp

We're partnering with a London-based tech platform embarking on a large-scale digital transformation. With discovery complete, the build phase is ready to launch. This is a high-impact contract role for a Lead Developer / Engineering Manager to guide technical delivery, shape application design, and lead a squad of developers.

You'll be the technical expert within the team-balancing hands-on development with architectural leadership and mentoring. The stack includes Java or Node.js, and React, and you'll be working closely with existing engineering teams to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions.

Experience/Understanding of Crypto/Blockchain - Highly desirable

Contract Snapshot

 * Length: 4 months initially, with strong extension potential
 * Location: London-based client; hybrid or remote flexibility

Responsibilities

 * Lead a squad of developers through the delivery of core platform features
 * Own the design and architecture of new application components
 * Provide technical mentorship and hands-on support where needed
 * Collaborate with internal tech teams to ensure seamless integration
 * Champion best practices in code quality, performance, and security
 * Balance strategic oversight with hands-on coding when appropriate

Requirements

 * Proven experience as a Lead Developer or Engineering Manager
 * Strong expertise in Java (preferred), with exposure to Node.js and React
 * Comfortable leading squads and driving technical delivery
 * Skilled in designing scalable, maintainable application architectures
 * Available to start

Seniority level

 * Not Applicable

Employment type

 * Contract

Job function

 * Information Technology

Industries

 * Information Services
 * Financial Services
 * Software Development

London, England, United Kingdom


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