Director Of Engineering
numi · London, England
FULL-TIME
Posted Sep 9, 2026
Job Description
Director of Software Engineering London (Hybrid)
numi is partnering with a global, technology-driven financial services organisation to find an exceptional Director of Software Engineering to head up a major engineering function in London
.In this role, you will lead a large-scale department of over 80+ technologists (Software Engineers and Architects). We’re looking for a results-oriented tech leader who can seamlessly switch from high-level executive roadmap discussions to going toe-to-toe with top engineers on technical rigour
.What you’ll do
- :Lead, mentor, and elevate a team of 80+ engineers operating at scale within a complex, regulated environment (managing a blend of internal associates and third-party engineers)
- .Partner closely with Product and Design teams to drive the overall product roadmap for key business capabilities
- .Act as a key voice in technical design reviews, ensuring a clear and consistent approach to engineering practices
- .Liaise with and manage senior enterprise stakeholders (primarily US-based) to provide clear cost/risk trade-offs and paths forward
- .Drive effective delivery with pace and precision across multiple cross-functional "outcome teams.
"What we’re looking for
- :Proven Leadership: A clear track record of managing and scaling large software engineering teams and driving high performance
- .Technical Credibility: Real-world experience with modern architectures, specifically native developments within AWS
- .Security Mindset: A strong understanding of the latest cybersecurity trends and how they impact software engineering practices
- .Strategic Problem-Solving: Ability to solve complex challenges across people, process, and technology, cutting through ambiguity to provide clear direction
- .Domain Knowledge: Prior experience in the UK/US regulatory, consumer lending, or broader financial technology landscapes is highly preferred
.Location & Setup
- :This is a permanent, hybrid role based in Central London
- .You will be working from a state-of-the-art office 3 days a week to foster collaboration and team connection
.
numi is partnering with a global, technology-driven financial services organisation to find an exceptional Director of Software Engineering to head up a major engineering function in London
.In this role, you will lead a large-scale department of over 80+ technologists (Software Engineers and Architects). We’re looking for a results-oriented tech leader who can seamlessly switch from high-level executive roadmap discussions to going toe-to-toe with top engineers on technical rigour
.What you’ll do
- :Lead, mentor, and elevate a team of 80+ engineers operating at scale within a complex, regulated environment (managing a blend of internal associates and third-party engineers)
- .Partner closely with Product and Design teams to drive the overall product roadmap for key business capabilities
- .Act as a key voice in technical design reviews, ensuring a clear and consistent approach to engineering practices
- .Liaise with and manage senior enterprise stakeholders (primarily US-based) to provide clear cost/risk trade-offs and paths forward
- .Drive effective delivery with pace and precision across multiple cross-functional "outcome teams.
"What we’re looking for
- :Proven Leadership: A clear track record of managing and scaling large software engineering teams and driving high performance
- .Technical Credibility: Real-world experience with modern architectures, specifically native developments within AWS
- .Security Mindset: A strong understanding of the latest cybersecurity trends and how they impact software engineering practices
- .Strategic Problem-Solving: Ability to solve complex challenges across people, process, and technology, cutting through ambiguity to provide clear direction
- .Domain Knowledge: Prior experience in the UK/US regulatory, consumer lending, or broader financial technology landscapes is highly preferred
.Location & Setup
- :This is a permanent, hybrid role based in Central London
- .You will be working from a state-of-the-art office 3 days a week to foster collaboration and team connection
.
Additional Details
- City
- London
- State
- England
- Country
- GB
Apply and matching require a free OVN account. Browse listings anytime without signing in.