Job Description

Software Engineering Manager

Milton Keynes | Hybrid (3 days office-based each week)

?? Occasional international travel | Ad hoc out-of-hours support

Salary 80,000 to 95,000 p.a. dependent on experience + excellent benefits

Join SIS - Powering the Global Betting Industry

For nearly four decades,

SIS (Sports Information Services)

has been a trusted partner to the global betting industry, delivering high-quality, short-form betting content that drives operator revenues. With over

630,000 betting events annually

, we serve

400+ customers across 50 countries

, including household names like

Coral, Betfair, William Hill, and SkyBet

.



We're now looking for a

Software Engineering Manager

to lead our talented Java and .NET teams, helping shape the future of our technical delivery and innovation.

The Role

As Software Engineering Manager, you'll be at the heart of our technical development, reporting directly to the Head of Software Engineering. You'll balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical involvement, ensuring our software solutions align with business goals and deliver real value to our clients.



You'll be a key player in our

SAFe Agile transformation

, collaborating with internal teams and our partner Zenitech, including occasional travel to Lithuania for on-site collaboration.

What You'll Do

Lead and inspire Java and .NET development teams to deliver high-quality software. Dive into code when needed to troubleshoot or guide development. Collaborate with architects to shape scalable, efficient technical solutions. Champion Agile practices and drive SAFe adoption across teams. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners. Present strategies and progress to wider audiences with clarity and impact.

What You'll Bring

Proven experience as a Software Engineering Manager in a fast-paced environment. Strong technical foundation in

Java and/or .NET

, with hands-on coding ability. Experience with

Azure

, DevOps practices, and modern CI/CD pipelines. Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe). Excellent people management and conflict resolution skills. Ability to foster a culture of collaboration, psychological safety, and innovation. Experience in vendor management and cross-border team collaboration.

Desirable Extras

Betting industry experience or interest in gaming technologies. Familiarity with reusable CI/CD pipelines and pipelines-as-code. Experience implementing Scaled Agile frameworks. A passion for driving change and continuous improvement.

Why SIS?

At SIS, you'll be part of a company that's

innovative, collaborative, and globally impactful

. We offer a dynamic environment where your ideas matter, your leadership is valued, and your growth is supported.

Ready to lead the future of betting technology?

Apply now and be part of a team that's shaping the next generation of betting content.