Software Engineering Manager (m/f/d)

As part of the M&S Software Engineering team, you’ll be joining a well-loved historic brand, working on products and platforms that support millions of customers and thousands of colleagues. With a strong investment in becoming a digital-first, engineering-led organisation, M&S is transforming the way technology enables our business and customer experiences across the globe.We’re looking for a Software Engineering Manager who combines strong technical judgement with a passion for building high-performing teams. In this role, you’ll lead empowered, multidisciplinary engineers to design, build, release and run robust software solutions, working closely with Product and Delivery teams to solve meaningful customer and business problems.This role sits within the International Pricing domain team, supporting M&S’s International business across stores and online markets outside the UK and Ireland. You’ll lead a team that is central to M&S’s ambitious global expansion plans, building the platforms and services that enable flexible pricing models across different markets and partners. This is a key role in creating scalable, adaptable pricing capabilities that help M&S respond to local market needs, support partner propositions and operate more effectively across international markets.This is an opportunity to help shape a best-in-class engineering culture, environment and team. We recommend applying as soon as possible.Build, mentor and lead a high-performing software engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, innovation and continuous improvement while balancing people, priorities and delivery outcomes.Oversee the planning, execution and delivery of software initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals, customer outcomes and strategic priorities while proactively managing risks and dependencies.Ensure operational stability, resilience, security, performance and reliability across team-owned solutions while supporting continuous improvement and progress towards Elite DORA standards.A strong software engineering background, with experience across modern architectures, cloud platforms and scalable backend systems.A proven track record of building, leading and developing high-performing engineering teams, creating an inclusive environment where people can thrive and grow.Strong technical judgement across system design, software architecture and modern engineering practices, with a focus on quality, testing, reliability and operational excellence.A DevOps mindset with a strong belief in "you build it, you run it", coupled with a servant leadership approach, strong ownership and the ability to navigate complex technical and organisational challenges.Java, Spring, Spring Boot and MicronautReact, Next.js, TypeScript and AngularAzure Cloud and KubernetesKafka and IBM MQSQL Server, MongoDB and RedisOpenTelemetry and DynatraceWhat’s in it for you?Working at M&S means being part of something bigger - helping to deliver quality, value and service to millions of customers every day. 20% colleague discount on all M&S products and many third-party brands for you and someone in your household, available once you’ve completed your probation.Competitive holiday allowance with the option to buy more.Discretionary bonus schemes linked to your performance and ours.Strong pension and life assurance to help plan for the future.Tailored induction and training to support your development from day one.Market-leading family policies, including parental, adoption and neonatal leave.24/7 wellbeing support, including virtual GP access and mental health services.We’re disrupting, innovating and leading the industry into a more conscientious, inspiring digital era. We are committed to building diverse and representative teams, where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and be at their best. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process#LI-NO1 #LI-Hybrid Full timePosting Date: 2026-08-06