Phoebus Software Ltd
Solihull, West Midlands
About Phoebus Phoebus Software Ltd (PSL) is a market-leading provider of innovative, flexible solutions for financial services organisations. With decades of experience and a reputation for being relentlessly client-focused, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional technology that powers real results. We're now looking for an inspiring leader to shape the future of our product suite-ensuring our solutions stay ahead of the market, continue to meet real customer needs, and deliver strong commercial performance. Engineering Manager Why join Phoebus At Phoebus, people genuinely come first. We're proud to have been recognised as the 16th Best Technology Company to Work For in the UK and one of the Top 50 UK Midsized Companies-achievements driven by the high engagement and satisfaction of our colleagues. From our ambitious growth plans and modern tech stack to our culture of support, innovation, and well-being, PSL offers an environment where you can thrive, make an impact, and build a career you're excited about. Work-Life Balance & Hybrid Working We know that great work happens when life is in balance. That's why we offer a hybrid working model designed to give you both flexibility and connection. Our contemporary Solihull office sits right in the heart of the town, just steps away from Touchwood Shopping Centre's shops, cafés, and restaurants-perfect for lunch breaks or post-work plans. We offer parking and we're only a short walk from the train station. Mission An Engineering Manager's mission is to lead, mentor, and support engineering teams in delivering high-quality products while fostering a positive, productive environment. EMs bridge leadership with people management, ensuring teams have the necessary resources, guidance, and opportunities for both professional and personal growth. This role involves aligning engineering efforts with business objectives, driving innovation, maintaining project timelines, and continuously improving processes to achieve operational excellence. Responsibilities Coaching As a coach, an Engineering Manager plays a pivotal role in nurturing team growth and individual development. Rather than simply overseeing tasks, they guide engineers by offering constructive feedback, removing obstacles, and encouraging continuous learning. By fostering a coaching mindset, EMs help team members enhance problem-solving skills, collaboration, and ownership of their work, driving overall team success and innovation. They identify both individual and team developmental needs, creating career paths in partnership with HR and Functional Leads. Empathy and support for the team's technical and personal challenges is a key mandate. People Management This involves direct management responsibilities such as strategic planning and coordinating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Ensuring team morale remains high, advocating for the team in business settings, and facilitating the creation of innovative products are core duties. EMs also manage performance reviews, provide career guidance, and ensure team alignment with broader business goals. Administrative This includes daily tasks such as handling emails, scheduling meetings, facilitating Agile ceremonies, and conducting individual catchups with team members. Ensuring smooth daily operations is essential for maintaining team focus and productivity. Empower the Team Great Engineering Managers empower their teams to achieve exceptional results. They prioritize creating an environment where individuals feel trusted, supported, and equipped to perform at their best. Your success as an EM is measured less by your direct contributions and more by the accomplishments of your team. Communicate Consistently Effective communication is essential for any EM. Whether the team works in the same office or is distributed globally, it's crucial to maintain clarity and alignment. A great EM delivers messages across multiple channels-one-on-one meetings, team discussions, emails, and informal conversations. Regularly reinforcing key points helps manage change, mitigate uncertainty, and build trust across the team. Be a Calming Presence An outstanding EM brings stability and focus to their team. They help reduce confusion and provide clear direction, ensuring the team stays aligned and productive, even in challenging situations. A calm, composed demeanour inspires confidence and encourages resilience, allowing the team to remain focused on achieving their goals without unnecessary distractions. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Good skills and knowledge of facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment, and increasing transparency. Demonstrated ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, to achieve goals as agreed within a self-directed team. Knowledge of software development best practices like TBD, TDD, BDD. Knowledge of DevOps philosophy and Lean practices. Familiarity with key software delivery performance indicators such as lead time, cycle time, throughput, and deployment frequency to assess the team's efficiency and effectiveness. A mindset focused on continuous improvement, using metrics to identify areas for enhancement and implementing changes accordingly. Excellent communication and coaching skills. Demonstrable experience in a matrix organisation with strong influencing skills. Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence to challenge others in the right way. Excellent analytic skills and an ability to demonstrate critical thinking. Qualifications / Education Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Business, or a related field. Experience A minimum of 3 years of experience in an Agile or Product-focused environment, demonstrating the ability to lead, guide, and develop teams effectively. Phoebus Perks: Why work with us? Private Health care scheme including dental, optical, and mental health cover Wellbeing Choice - £350.00 per annum paid towards wellbeing activities of your choice Life assurance scheme at 4x salary 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Flexible hybrid working Contributory Pension Scheme with Scottish Widows 33 days Holiday, including 8 bank holidays (5 of which are flexible bank holidays) & Holiday purchase scheme up to 5 days. Discretionary annual salary review & bonus Electric car salary sacrifice scheme Events & gifts to celebrate Long Service. Birthdays, Quarterly company-paid team meals and regular social events. Our Phoebus Values At Phoebus we are driven by our purpose and values, building our team with the right people is fundamental to our business & culture. Our DONE values are made up of the following and we strive to live our values daily when working with colleagues and clients: Dedicated, Open, No Nonsense, Excellence. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Phoebus Software Ltd, we believe our success is driven by our people. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to thrive. By attracting and supporting a wide range of talent, we strengthen our performance, innovation, and impact. THIS ROLE IS HYBRID THERE IS A REQUIREMENT TO COME INTO THE SOLIHULL OFFICE (B913DL) ONCE A WEEK
About Phoebus Phoebus Software Ltd (PSL) is a market-leading provider of innovative, flexible solutions for financial services organisations. With decades of experience and a reputation for being relentlessly client-focused, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional technology that powers real results. We're now looking for an inspiring leader to shape the future of our product suite-ensuring our solutions stay ahead of the market, continue to meet real customer needs, and deliver strong commercial performance. Engineering Manager Why join Phoebus At Phoebus, people genuinely come first. We're proud to have been recognised as the 16th Best Technology Company to Work For in the UK and one of the Top 50 UK Midsized Companies-achievements driven by the high engagement and satisfaction of our colleagues. From our ambitious growth plans and modern tech stack to our culture of support, innovation, and well-being, PSL offers an environment where you can thrive, make an impact, and build a career you're excited about. Work-Life Balance & Hybrid Working We know that great work happens when life is in balance. That's why we offer a hybrid working model designed to give you both flexibility and connection. Our contemporary Solihull office sits right in the heart of the town, just steps away from Touchwood Shopping Centre's shops, cafés, and restaurants-perfect for lunch breaks or post-work plans. We offer parking and we're only a short walk from the train station. Mission An Engineering Manager's mission is to lead, mentor, and support engineering teams in delivering high-quality products while fostering a positive, productive environment. EMs bridge leadership with people management, ensuring teams have the necessary resources, guidance, and opportunities for both professional and personal growth. This role involves aligning engineering efforts with business objectives, driving innovation, maintaining project timelines, and continuously improving processes to achieve operational excellence. Responsibilities Coaching As a coach, an Engineering Manager plays a pivotal role in nurturing team growth and individual development. Rather than simply overseeing tasks, they guide engineers by offering constructive feedback, removing obstacles, and encouraging continuous learning. By fostering a coaching mindset, EMs help team members enhance problem-solving skills, collaboration, and ownership of their work, driving overall team success and innovation. They identify both individual and team developmental needs, creating career paths in partnership with HR and Functional Leads. Empathy and support for the team's technical and personal challenges is a key mandate. People Management This involves direct management responsibilities such as strategic planning and coordinating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Ensuring team morale remains high, advocating for the team in business settings, and facilitating the creation of innovative products are core duties. EMs also manage performance reviews, provide career guidance, and ensure team alignment with broader business goals. Administrative This includes daily tasks such as handling emails, scheduling meetings, facilitating Agile ceremonies, and conducting individual catchups with team members. Ensuring smooth daily operations is essential for maintaining team focus and productivity. Empower the Team Great Engineering Managers empower their teams to achieve exceptional results. They prioritize creating an environment where individuals feel trusted, supported, and equipped to perform at their best. Your success as an EM is measured less by your direct contributions and more by the accomplishments of your team. Communicate Consistently Effective communication is essential for any EM. Whether the team works in the same office or is distributed globally, it's crucial to maintain clarity and alignment. A great EM delivers messages across multiple channels-one-on-one meetings, team discussions, emails, and informal conversations. Regularly reinforcing key points helps manage change, mitigate uncertainty, and build trust across the team. Be a Calming Presence An outstanding EM brings stability and focus to their team. They help reduce confusion and provide clear direction, ensuring the team stays aligned and productive, even in challenging situations. A calm, composed demeanour inspires confidence and encourages resilience, allowing the team to remain focused on achieving their goals without unnecessary distractions. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Good skills and knowledge of facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment, and increasing transparency. Demonstrated ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, to achieve goals as agreed within a self-directed team. Knowledge of software development best practices like TBD, TDD, BDD. Knowledge of DevOps philosophy and Lean practices. Familiarity with key software delivery performance indicators such as lead time, cycle time, throughput, and deployment frequency to assess the team's efficiency and effectiveness. A mindset focused on continuous improvement, using metrics to identify areas for enhancement and implementing changes accordingly. Excellent communication and coaching skills. Demonstrable experience in a matrix organisation with strong influencing skills. Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence to challenge others in the right way. Excellent analytic skills and an ability to demonstrate critical thinking. Qualifications / Education Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Business, or a related field. Experience A minimum of 3 years of experience in an Agile or Product-focused environment, demonstrating the ability to lead, guide, and develop teams effectively. Phoebus Perks: Why work with us? Private Health care scheme including dental, optical, and mental health cover Wellbeing Choice - £350.00 per annum paid towards wellbeing activities of your choice Life assurance scheme at 4x salary 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Flexible hybrid working Contributory Pension Scheme with Scottish Widows 33 days Holiday, including 8 bank holidays (5 of which are flexible bank holidays) & Holiday purchase scheme up to 5 days. Discretionary annual salary review & bonus Electric car salary sacrifice scheme Events & gifts to celebrate Long Service. Birthdays, Quarterly company-paid team meals and regular social events. Our Phoebus Values At Phoebus we are driven by our purpose and values, building our team with the right people is fundamental to our business & culture. Our DONE values are made up of the following and we strive to live our values daily when working with colleagues and clients: Dedicated, Open, No Nonsense, Excellence. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Phoebus Software Ltd, we believe our success is driven by our people. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to thrive. By attracting and supporting a wide range of talent, we strengthen our performance, innovation, and impact. THIS ROLE IS HYBRID THERE IS A REQUIREMENT TO COME INTO THE SOLIHULL OFFICE (B913DL) ONCE A WEEK