Senior Software Engineering Manager, Java and Full Stack at ION Group

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
10+ years in software engineering, including 3+ years leading teams of 10 or more engineers
Expert in Java and SpringBoot, hands-on in microservices, REST, messaging
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS, for building and deploying applications
Experience in leading and managing development teams effectively
Experience working in an agile, product-oriented delivery environment
Experience working in digital-native Consulting or Software Development companies in a client-facing roles (pre-sale, architect, client-facing delivery manager or tech lead)
Excellent communication

Responsibilities

Manage the full software development lifecycle for the products and services
Provide leadership and guidance to a team of 10 to 25 engineers, working with them and their team leads
Establish robust code review process, and personally review critical code components to ensure alignment with best practices, architectural vision, and coding standards
Monitor project timelines, manage risks, and ensure milestones are met through effective planning and coordination
Own quality of the code and efficiency and productivity of the team
Work together with the Product Owners, translating longer-term product roadmaps into multi-sprint backlogs, including effort estimation
Own the 6-9 months sizing at the completion of the discovery, with rolling re-estimation each quarter
Coach and retain talent across multiple teams
Run regular 1-1s, personal development and project feedback sessions
Provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level developers
Collaborate with Lab49’s stakeholders (product owners, architects, UI leads) to understand requirements and design, plan, develop, and implement software solutions
Act as a representative of the engineering team in front of Client’s Product Management, Technology and Business stakeholders
Present delivery status, risks, and mitigation plans in clear, data-driven language

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

JavaScript

Microservices

Full Stack

Event-Driven

Code Review

ION Group

Automation technology for financial sector clients

About ION Group

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

1998Year Founded

$426.5MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

AD&D and disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Mental health care

401K plan

Performance bonus

Supplemental workers' compensation

Family medical leave & parental leave

PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off

Commuter checks

Company social events

Employee assistance program

Free lunch

mobile phone discount

Risks

Complexity in consolidating trading platforms may lead to operational inefficiencies.

US Treasury market's clearing mandate could impose significant compliance costs.

Potential global tariffs by Trump administration may disrupt ION's global operations.

Differentiation

ION Group specializes in automation technology for the financial sector.

The company offers sophisticated software platforms and APIs for seamless trading.

ION Group constantly innovates to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks.

Upsides

Increased demand for automation drives innovation in AI-driven trading platforms.

The rise of DeFi creates opportunities for blockchain integration in financial services.

Growing importance of ESG criteria pushes adoption of efficient reporting tools.

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