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# Software Engineering Manager, Google Home App

- **Company:** Google
- **Location:** United Kingdom
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** £55,515
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), IOS Applications, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Objective-C (Programming Language), Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Kotlin, Information Technology, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5210480272

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree, or equivalent practical experience.
 * 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++, Java, JavaScript).
 * 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role, overseeing strategic projects, with 2 years of experience in a people management, supervision/team leadership role., * Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
 * 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization.
 * Experience designing, building, and debugging Android/iOS mobile applications.
 * Experience programming in Java/Kotlin/Swift/Objective C.
 * Ability to collaborate with other people, teams, and functions across the world and communicate cross-functionally.
 * Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to motivate team members and shape team culture.

## Description

* Set and communicate team priorities that support the broader organization's goals. Align strategy, processes, and decision-making across teams.
 * Set clear expectations with individuals based on their level and role and aligned to the broader organization's goals. Meet regularly with individuals to discuss performance and development and provide feedback and coaching.
 * Develop the mid-term technical strategy and roadmap within the scope of the team. Evolve the roadmap to meet anticipated future requirements and infrastructure needs.
 * Design, guide, and vet systems designs within the scope of the broader area, and write product or system development code to solve ambiguous problems.
 * Review code developed by other engineers and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency).