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Let’s find you the right jobs faster Get Started Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Software Engineering Manager Adria Solutions Manchester (M1) Circa £75-£100K 1 day ago Software Engineering Manager Morson Edge City Centre, Manchester (M2) £80k - 110k per year + Bonus 4 weeks ago Lead Engineer, Lead Developer, Microsoft Stack, .NET, C# Mainly Remote Carrington Recruitment Solutions Limited City Centre, Manchester (M2), M2 3AE From £80,000 to £90,000 per annum Good benefits 1 day ago Software Development Manager Spectrum IT Recruitment Limited Oxfordshire £90000 - £100000 per annum + plus benefits 2 days ago Senior Software Engineer Anson Mccade Manchester (M1) From £50,000 to £70,000 per annum 3 weeks ago Senior Java Full Stack Engineer 83zero Limited Manchester (M1), M1 £60000 - £70000 per annum + benefits, perks & healthcare options 2 days ago Senior Software Engineer Hackajob Ltd Manchester (M2) Competitive 2 weeks ago Principal Full Stack Engineer Autotrader Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 7BL From £60,000 to £80,000 per annum 3 weeks ago Technical Lead Anson Mccade Manchester (M2) Up to £90,000 per annum 3 weeks ago Full Stack Java And React Developer Teksystems West Midlands 1 day ago Software Engineering Manager Adria Solutions View Profile Manchester (M1) Permanent Contract; Hybrid Published: 1 day ago Circa £75-£100K Apply Save Software Engineering Manager Adria Solutions Apply Software Engineering Manager Lead High-Performing Engineering Teams Our client, a fast-growing and innovative technology organisation based in Greater Manchester, is looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and develop high-performing Agile engineering teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on leader who still enjoys working with code, while also taking ownership of team delivery, technical direction, and engineering excellence within a modern cloud-native environment. You’ll play a key role in shaping architecture, driving best practices, and supporting the delivery of scalable, secure backend systems used by customers at scale. The Role As Engineering Manager, you’ll lead a team of Software Engineers working across cloud-native microservices and distributed systems. You’ll balance technical leadership with people management, ensuring high-quality delivery while mentoring and growing engineering talent. You’ll collaborate closely with Product, Architecture, DevOps, QA and wider stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of Software Engineers. Oversee the design, development and delivery of scalable backend services. Provide technical direction across microservices, APIs and cloud-native systems. Contribute to architecture decisions and engineering standards. Promote best practices in CI/CD, testing, and DevOps culture. Support hiring, onboarding and professional development of engineers. Work closely with Product Managers to define and deliver roadmaps. Ensure code quality, scalability, security and performance standards are met. Drive continuous improvement and engineering excellence across teams. Champion the use of modern tools, including AI-assisted development. About You You’ll be an experienced engineering leader with a strong technical background in backend or distributed systems development, ideally using Golang. You’ll bring: Strong commercial experience with Golang or similar backend technologies. Previous experience in a leadership, team lead or engineering management role. Strong understanding of microservices and distributed architectures. Experience working with AWS or other cloud platforms. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing practices. Experience working with SQL and/or NoSQL databases. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong problem-solving and technical decision-making ability. Experience working in Agile environments. Desirable Experience Serverless technologies (AWS Lambda). Docker and Kubernetes. Event-driven architectures and messaging systems. Background in fintech or regulated environments. Experience scaling engineering teams in high-growth organisations. What's on Offer? Competitive salary of £70,000 – £100,000 depending on experience. Hybrid working (Greater Manchester). Opportunity to lead and shape a growing engineering function. Clear career progression into senior leadership roles. Modern, cloud-first technology stack. Collaborative and innovative engineering culture. Pension scheme. Additional benefits including birthday leave, wedding leave, charity days, and wellness initiatives. Opportunity to work with AI-driven engineering tools and modern development practices. Join the Team This is an excellent opportunity for an Engineering Manager who wants to combine technical leadership with hands-on influence, helping shape scalable systems and high-performing engineering teams in a fast-growing technology business. Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Software Engineering Manager Apply Adria Solutions Advertising, Marketing & PR 8 Reviews 29 Jobs The company is part of Company Profile In Short Industry IT & Telecommunications Founded 2004 Location Poynton, Cheshire Company size 11-50 About Us Adria Solutions Ltd is
a family-run recruitment consultancy, established in 2004. From our base in
Cheshire’s leafy suburbs, we’ve grown into a trusted partner for businesses
across Manchester, the North-West, and the wider UK. While our roots are in
IT recruitment, our reach now spans Sales, Digital, Marketing, and AI, helping
companies secure the talent they need to thrive in fast-moving industries. Our reputation has been
built on long-term relationships and word-of-mouth recommendations. Many of our
earliest clients still work with us today, considering us one of the most
reliable recruitment partners in the region. Our Specialisms We cover the full
spectrum of roles, from entry-level to senior leadership, across multiple
industries: IT & Technology: Software Engineers, Cloud & DevOps
Specialists, IT Support, Cybersecurity, CTOs and more Sales: Business Development, Account Management, Inside
Sales, Sales Leadership Digital & Marketing: Brand, Communications, Social
Media, SEO, PPC, Content, Marketing Executives through to CMOs AI & Data: AI Engineers, Data Scientists, Analysts, and
emerging tech specialists Whether you’re hiring a
Fullstack Developer in Leeds, a Sales Executive in London, a Marketing Manager
in Birmingham, or an AI Engineer in Manchester, we can help. What Makes us Different We are not a typical
recruitment agency. We combine a personal, boutique service with the technology
and reach of larger firms. Personal,
not pushy: We believe recruitment works best when built on honest
conversations, not hard-sell tactics. Specialist
consultants: Our team are entrepreneurial thinkers who understand how
businesses grow and what it takes to succeed in competitive markets. Adaptable approach: Every client and candidate is different, so we
tailor our service rather than follow a one-size-fits-all process. Why Candidates Love Us Our ethos is simple:
deliver a consultancy-style recruitment solution where people always come
first. We use
the latest recruitment technology to ensure smooth, transparent processes. We keep
candidates informed at every stage of their journey. Our
consultants are free from unnecessary call targets, if we contact you, it’s
because we have something valuable to share. We provide ongoing
support and advice, with many of our original candidates now returning as
hiring managers. What People Say About Us “Extremely
helpful, competent, and professional. Mike went above and beyond to provide the
best service possible.” – Harry, Service Delivery Manager “Adria
Solutions supported me through the whole process and guaranteed a rewarding
end. Highly recommend.” – Emmanuel, Software Engineer “My new
job wouldn’t have happened without Adria Solutions. They always kept my needs
front of mind.” – Anthony, Technical Consultant “Handled
my recruitment experience professionally and efficiently.” – Karen, Product
Manager “Fantastic company. I
got a new job within a week thanks to Adria!” – Megan, Project Manager Similar Software Engineering Manager Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Software Engineering Manager Adria Solutions Manchester (M1) Circa £75-£100K 1 day ago Software Engineering Manager Morson Edge City Centre, Manchester (M2) £80k - 110k per year + Bonus 4 weeks ago Lead Engineer, Lead Developer, Microsoft Stack, .NET, C# Mainly Remote Carrington Recruitment Solutions Limited City Centre, Manchester (M2), M2 3AE From £80,000 to £90,000 per annum Good benefits 1 day ago Software Development Manager Spectrum IT Recruitment Limited Oxfordshire £90000 - £100000 per annum + plus benefits 2 days ago Senior Software Engineer Anson Mccade Manchester (M1) From £50,000 to £70,000 per annum 3 weeks ago Senior Java Full Stack Engineer 83zero Limited Manchester (M1), M1 £60000 - £70000 per annum + benefits, perks & healthcare options 2 days ago Senior Software Engineer Hackajob Ltd Manchester (M2) Competitive 2 weeks ago Principal Full Stack Engineer Autotrader Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 7BL From £60,000 to £80,000 per annum 3 weeks ago Technical Lead Anson Mccade Manchester (M2) Up to £90,000 per annum 3 weeks ago Full Stack Java And React Developer Teksystems West Midlands 1 day ago Software Engineering Manager jobs Software Engineering Manager jobs in Manchester IT jobs IT jobs in Manchester Software Development jobs Software Development jobs in Manchester Jobs in Manchester Software Engineer jobs Software Developer jobs Software Manager jobs Engineer Manager jobs Systems Engineering Manager jobs Engineering Manager Java jobs Software Development Engineering jobs Electrical Engineering Manager jobs Engineering Manager jobs Software Engineering jobs Head Of Software Engineering jobs Development Manager jobs Design Engineering Manager jobs Manager Of Engineering jobs Software Designer jobs Engineering Management jobs Get hired. Find success. Get started Totaljobs About us Careers at Totaljobs Press Partners Privacy policy Terms and conditions Cookies Legal and compliance Accessibility Jobseekers Salary Planner Jobseeker help centre Career advice Recruiters Post job ads Recruiting news Courses Contact us - recruiters Recruit internationally Download App store Play store The Stepstone Group UK Ltd © 2026 We use cookies We use cookies to operate our website, measure how people use our services to help us improve them, enrich usage profiles and personalise the content displayed to you. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising, and analytics partners, who may combine it with other information, to show you relevant ads on other websites, and to measure the performance of our advertising. Some cookies are essential for the operation of our website. If you would prefer us not to use the non-essential cookies, click “Just necessary”, but please be aware that this may impact your experience of our site and the services we are able to offer. Click “Accept” if you’re happy for us to place these cookies. You can change your mind at any time. Store and / or access information on a device Cookies, device identifiers, or other information can be stored or accessed on your device for the purposes presented to you. Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development Ads and content can be personalised based on a profile. More data can be added to better personalise ads and content. The performance of ads and content can be measured. Insights about audiences who have viewed the ads and content can be extracted. Data can be used to build or improve user experience, systems and software. Display third-party content (social networks, videos) Content from social networks and embedded content from third-party providers can be displayed. Identifiers derived from authentications If an identifier is created based on authentication data, such as contact details associated with online accounts you have set up on websites or apps (e.g. email address, phone number) or customer identifiers (e.g. an identifier provided by your telecommunications provider), then this identifier can be used to recognize you across websites, apps and devices if you are logged in with the same contact details. Just Necessary Accept All Cookie Settings You can also exercise your right to object to data processing based on legitimate interests under “Privacy Policy”. Privacy Policy Cookie policy