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Engineering Manager at High-growth online gaming platform

Are you a technical leader looking to shape the future of a core product? We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a talented new backend team at a high-growth, well-funded gaming platform. You will enjoy a flat management structure that prioritizes autonomy and ownership while you mentor engineers and drive technical excellence in a fast-paced environment.

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Location

London, United Kingdom

Compensation

Not Disclosed

Company

Confidential company

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Role overview

You will lead a newly formed backend team of five engineers, focusing on core product innovation and delivery. Operating within a flat management structure, you will empower your team with autonomy while driving technical excellence and high-performing culture. This role balances people leadership with deep technical guidance to ensure outstanding results.

About the company

High-growth online gaming platform

What you will do

  • Manage and mentor a team of engineers, fostering growth through consistent coaching, feedback, and career development.
  • Collaborate with Product and Technical Leads to ensure timely delivery of high-quality features from design to maintenance.
  • Champion operational excellence and high engineering standards, holding the team accountable for technical and delivery outcomes.

Who this is a fit for

  • Extensive hands-on experience in a dynamic or strongly typed language, with a strong preference for Python expertise.
  • Proven background in software engineering with a delivery-focused mindset and a passion for developing technical talent.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build cross-functional relationships and drive impactful technical initiatives.

Why this role is remarkable

  • Lead a brand-new backend team with the autonomy to shape culture and engineering standards from the ground up.
  • Join a well-funded, scaling organization backed by top-tier VCs in the high-growth entertainment and gaming sector.
  • Benefit from a flat hierarchy that empowers leaders to make high-impact decisions and directly influence product direction.

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