Job Description

Vix Technology is a global leader in providing innovative solutions for public transit, believing that accessibility should be a standard. With over 35 years of experience and systems deployed in more than 200 cities worldwide, we take a modular approach to integrate various partners and technologies, creating best-in-class solutions. Our dynamic team consists of over 450 dedicated professionals across 12 offices globally, spanning APAC, Europe, and North America. We pride ourselves on fostering a flexible and collaborative work environment that empowers our employees to connect and excel. If you are passionate about making a difference in public transportation and thrive in a team-focused atmosphere, we invite you to apply and contribute to our vision of a more connected world.

The ability to attend our Manchester offices on-site, full time, 5 days per week is a requirement for this role.

Find out more about your new workplace!

We're excited to introduce a new opportunity in Manchester to join our dynamic Engineering team as an Engineering Manager, based at our brand-new flagship office in the heart of the city. This is not a role for someone who wants to sit back and wait for work to come to them -- we're looking for a high performer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes initiative, and actively drives results.



You'll take ownership of our critical corporate applications, ensuring they run at peak performance while also leading transformation projects that will shape the future of our business systems. You'll be expected to analyse how we use our applications, identify areas for improvement, and automate processes to make our operations more efficient. This is a role for someone who moves quickly, thinks critically, and works collaboratively to make an impact every day.

Requirements

Lead and manage a team of engineers to deliver high quality software solutions that meet agreed timelines, standards, and business objectives. Set clear expectations, establish measurable goals, and actively drive a culture of accountability and high performance across the team. Provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to direct reports to build capability and career growth. Partner with Product Managers, Project Managers, and other Engineering Managers to align delivery priorities and manage dependencies. Oversee end-to-end delivery within the engineering function, from planning and estimation to release and post deployment support. Drive consistency in engineering practices, including code quality, architecture standards, and operational readiness. Identify, manage, and mitigate delivery risks across projects and teams. Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, and onboarding to ensure optimal team structure and capability. Support the Head of Engineering and Team Leader in implementing engineering wide initiatives, metrics, and process improvements.

Benefits

Besides the opportunity to work for a global company that is customer and people focused, we offer:

A focus on learning and development A great team of like-minded professionals Private Healthcare Income Protection Scheme Pension Group Life Assurance Cycle to Work Scheme Electric Car Benefit Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Eyecare and Optometry Vouchers

Sounds good? Then apply now. Get on board today!



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We regret that this position is only available for UK citizens/Residents with indefinite leave to remain in the UK, with current full time work rights for the United Kingdom, currently residing in the UK.

No recruitment agencies, please! We won't accept any introductions.

Vix Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and want to build a workforce as diverse as the community we serve. We aim to have a work environment where everyone feels included and everyone can realise their full potential.