About the role SecureContractsis an organization within BTdesigned to serve the UKGovernement. We are here to underpin public safety and national security.You will be working onmodernisingservicesto government and delivering new contract capabilities as well asmaintainingthe security posture of existing contracts and services.This rolemanages a team of technicalengeersdeploying a range of COTS products tocreate a range of monitoring and management capabilities to UK government with HMG data handling requirements What you’ll be doing The Software Engineering Manager coordinates the execution of the engineering strategy and roadmap that supports BT’s commercial strategy through cross functional business partnering andthe participation of a team that pursues innovation as well as engineering excellence. Accountabilities 1.Managesandcoachesteams ofapplicationengineers driving the engineering organisation’s ability to deliver high quality/stable toolingon time and on budget and implementing means of bringing measurability as well as predictability to the engineering organisation’s capabilities. 2. Oversees the execution of technical decisions, technology choices and architecture for a wide range of high-performance products, capabilities, and platforms, effectively balancing short term impact with long-term transformation. 3. Monitors, manages and ensures timely releases from teams by driving compliance with key release quality metrics. 4. Consults on complex and strategic issues using advanced technical knowledge, across wider industry and/or specific sectors, and develops bespoke or leading edge, technically complex solutions (e.g., relating to new, untested technology and/or large-scale impact of products). 5. Drives the implementation of the defined technical roadmap to meet the needs of the business, engineering team, and partner teams. 6. Implements, engineering and operational excellence initiatives, implementing metrics and processes for regular assessment and improvement. 7. Takes a managerial and influencer role in the application engineering function, implementing the technical vision and the pursuit of innovations regarding new technologies, platforms and applications. 8. Develops “best-in-class” engineering for services by ensuring that the services and the components are well-defined, secure, reliable, diagnosable, actively monitored and reusable. 9. Oversees the implementation of new architectures, standards, and methods for large-scale enterprise systems, proactively removing blockers from the team's work. 10. Researches, designs and performs deep dive data analysis, to identify issues and implement ways to improve working processes within the area of application engineering responsibility, such as avoiding and reducing technical debt. 11. Performs complex debugging and troubleshooting of critical issues throughout the design, delivery and hypercare process. 12. Supports the implementation of new architectures, standards, and methods for large-scale enterprise systems. Essential Skills / Experience Service
Tooling Platform Engineering Manager employer: BT
BT Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to tailored benefits, including a competitive salary, flexible working options, and comprehensive health support, all while being part of a culture that prioritises customer-first values and community impact. Working in major UK cities like London, Sheffield, Belfast, and Manchester, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in network security, contributing to meaningful projects that shape the future of communication.
