Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager (Vendor Management | Cloud, DevOps, Data, Project Management) - London / Hybrid

Contract:

1 year (Inside IR35)Location:

London (Hounslow, 2 days per week onsite, with travel flexibility)Start:

ImmediateWe''re looking for an

Engineering Manager

with a strong

software engineering background , hands-on expertise in

Cloud, DevOps, Testing, and modern data/streaming platforms , combined with

project management experience .This role is

not about direct line management

or day-to-day implementation—it’s about

holding vendors accountable , driving progress, and ensuring high-quality technical delivery. You''ll be the bridge between

technical leadership

and

project oversight , ensuring consultancies deliver on time, to spec, and with the right level of quality.What you''ll bring:Proven track record in

vendor management

- driving, reviewing, and holding external partners accountable.Strong technical expertise in

Cloud, DevOps, SWE, and testing practices .Experience with

data/streaming platforms

highly desirable.Project management experience

- able to plan, track, and deliver complex technical initiatives.Ability to balance

technical depth

with

strategic project oversight .Excellent stakeholder communication and influencing skills.Why this role?Shape the success of a

business-critical platform .Work with cutting-edge

cloud and data technologies .Immediate start with

long-term engagement potential .Seniority level

Not ApplicableEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

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