Senior Engineering Manager

About You.

• Do you have a background in modern technology stacks, cloud-native architectures, and SaaS solutions?
• Have you previously worked in a Leadership role?
• Does the idea of joining a business undergoing an exciting period of transformation appeal?

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Manager to join our Technology and Transformation leadership team. This is a pivotal role where you'll shape and build a brand-new technology capability for Billing Finance. You'll drive key technology initiatives, oversee project delivery, and ensure our solutions align with strategic business objectives, with a particular focus on supporting a SaaS implementation and building out our data and AI capabilities.

This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of Billing Finance as we evolve into a modern, technology-led organisation. We operate within a Scaled Agile Framework, focusing on delivering value-driven outcomes, with technology as a true business enabler.

What You'll Do

Leadership & Strategy

• Own the overall Technology and Engineering strategy for Billing, setting the direction for how technology supports business growth.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to define the technology roadmap, ensuring alignment with broader business goals.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing technology team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Play a key role in recruiting and building your team, as this is a new capability within Billing Finance.

Technical Oversight

• Oversee all aspects of Data, Infrastructure, Integrations, Test Engineering, AI and Architecture for the Billing domain.
• Drive the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance technology solutions.
• Manage our SaaS-based core systems, key system integrations, and a comprehensive data platform to support business operations.
• Evaluate, select, and implement software, automation tools, and data solutions that enhance business efficiency.
• While primarily a leadership role, be willing to engage in technical details, review code, and support delivery teams when necessary.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Facilitate strong communication between engineering teams and business leaders to maintain alignment on priorities.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to inform strategic decisions.
• Conduct regular assessments of technology performance, identifying opportunities for optimisation and innovation.

Your Background and Experience

Technical Expertise:

• Strong background in modern technology stacks, cloud-native architectures, and SaaS solutions.
• A strong engineering background with extensive cloud experience—you'll be confident operating in a cloud-first environment.
• Proven experience in technology leadership roles, with a solid understanding of software development, data engineering, and modern architectural principles.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#, with the ability to engage in technical discussions and code reviews when needed.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automation tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of troubleshooting complex technical challenges efficiently.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Demonstrated ability to lead and grow high-performing teams in fast-paced, agile environments.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively.
• A strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects, balancing short-term deliverables with long-term goals.
• Experience managing third-party vendors and technology partners to deliver complex solutions preferred but not essential.
• A hands-on, problem-solving mindset, with the ability to dive deep when required while maintaining strategic oversight.

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with proven leadership skills. While we don't expect candidates to tick every box, you should be able to demonstrate how you would leverage internal resources and external partners to complement your skill set.

About Billing Finance

Billing Finance is a family-owned vehicle financing Company based on the outskirts of Northampton. We focus on customers with non-standard credit profiles that may not fit the automated underwriting processes of other lenders. Our mission is to help get all our people, including customers and staff "where they need to be" by "putting them at the heart of everything we do". We are entering an exciting phase of transformation and as a small company, this role will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work across the whole customer journey cycle, and to directly see the impacts that they made.

Our values are:

• We are responsible – We are conscious of our impact on people and planet
• We care about you – We are kind and compassionate with our customers and with each other
• We work with you – We support financial wellbeing for our customers and the wider community

The successful candidate will not only have a successful and fulfilling career with us but will also receive a fantastic range of benefits:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Pension salary sacrifice scheme
• Private Medical
• Income Protection
• Hybrid working
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual £200 personal growth fund
• Paid volunteering days

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to define and shape a new technology function from the ground up. You'll have the autonomy to influence architecture, build and lead a talented team, and play a key role in transforming Billing Finance into a truly modern, technology-driven business.

You won't just be managing processes—you'll be a strategic leader, driving the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and helping us evolve into a company where technology is at the heart of everything we do. If you're passionate about engineering excellence, innovative thinking, and making a tangible impact, this is the role for you.

Don't meet every single requirement?

Studies have shown that women and ethnic minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Billing Finance we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate.

The Recruitment Process and How We Will Use Your Data

The recruitment process will involve obtaining information and/or exchanging it with the following organisations to assist with our pre-employment checks prior to interview.

• Credit Reference Agencies – to complete a soft credit check to understand your financial history
• CIFAS – to check both National and Internal databases for fraudulent activity. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected, you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity.

To complete these checks, you will be asked to provide your address history for the past six years, along with your full name and date of birth.

We may also ask for proof of your right to work status or evidence of any qualification or experience prior to being offered employment. Further information on how we collect and use your data during the recruitment process can be found in our Recruitment Privacy Policy here

Billing Finance is an equal opportunities employer, and we understand that for some candidates to perform their best they may need some reasonable adjustments. If we can make your application journey with us more suitable for you, please do let us know and we will endeavour to help.

Location

Northampton

Department

Transformation

Job Title

Senior Engineering Manager

Salary

£90,000 - £100,000 per annum

City

Northampton