Engineering Manager / Technical Team Lead (Python/AWS) | Hybrid – West London We're seeking an experienced Engineering Manager / Technical Team Lead with strong Python and AWS expertise to join a growing technology team. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who enjoys balancing technical delivery, architecture, people leadership, and team development. You'll play a key role in driving engineering excellence, mentoring developers, and contributing directly to the design and development of scalable cloud-native solutions. What You'll Be Doing Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of Software Engineers Remaining hands-on with architecture, code reviews, and technical delivery Running regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development discussions Driving sprint planning, delivery management, and engineering best practices Providing technical leadership across Python-based applications and services Collaborating closely with Product, Data, and Business stakeholders Supporting and improving production systems, reliability, and scalability Championing software quality, testing, automation, and DevOps practices Helping shape the technical roadmap and future architecture Building and maintaining cloud-native solutions within AWS What We're Looking For 7+ years of software engineering experience 3+ years of experience leading and managing engineering teams Strong hands-on Python development background Experience with frameworks such as Flask, Django, or FastAPI Proven track record of mentoring and developing engineers Strong AWS experience and understanding of cloud-native architectures Experience with APIs, microservices, and distributed systems Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies Experience working in Agile environments Exposure to Data Platforms, ETL pipelines, analytics, or data-driven products would be beneficial Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Tech Stack Python Flask, Django, FastAPI AWS CI/CD Tooling Docker & Kubernetes (desirable) Data Platforms & ETL Pipelines Location Hybrid – Hounslow, West London 2 days per week onsite Flexible hybrid working model Why Join? Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Private medical insurance Opportunity to lead a talented and growing engineering team Modern cloud-first technology environment Strong engineering culture focused on quality and innovation Significant influence over technical direction and engineering practices Excellent career progression opportunities If you're a hands-on engineering leader who enjoys coding, mentoring teams, and building scalable cloud solutions, we'd love to hear from you
Software Engineering Manager in London employer: Uniting Ambition
Uniting Ambition is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, providing employees with the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects that drive modernisation in database management. With flexible remote and hybrid working options, along with a strong focus on professional development, team members can thrive in their roles while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. The supportive environment encourages growth and offers unique advantages for those looking to make a significant impact in the tech industry.
