Software Engineering Manager (Hybrid, London, UK)

Parkopedia (part of Arrive) is seeking a

Software Engineering Manager

with a passion for backend development and nurturing talent. Join Parkopedia, the world''s leading connected car services provider, where our mission is to make mobility ecological, efficient, and convenient for millions of drivers and global brands like Apple and Volkswagen.We''re looking for a highly skilled leader to guide our backend development team, supporting our extensive parking data offerings. You''ll blend your deep technical proficiency with strong project management to ensure we deliver high-quality web applications. Come thrive in a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment where your contributions are truly valued.What You''ll Do

People Management: Lead, mentor, and support a team of talented software developers, fostering engagement, motivation, and continuous learning.Project Management: Partner with product managers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and timelines. Ensure timely, high-quality project delivery that meets all stakeholder requirements. Oversee task and resource prioritization for optimal allocation. Leverage agile methodologies (sprint planning, retrospectives, daily stand-ups) to manage the software development lifecycle. Identify and mitigate risks, providing consistent project status updates to senior leadership.Technical Leadership: Guide your team in designing, implementing, and testing web applications, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices. Cultivate an environment of continuous technical growth, encourage innovative problem-solving. Review and uphold the quality of code, system designs, and architectural decisions. Collaborate with architects and other tech leaders to shape the company’s long-term technical roadmap.What You''ll Bring

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.At least 3 years in software development combined with 5+ years in a managerial role.Proven experience in recruiting and managing technical teams, including performance management.Extensive experience in web development technologies and frameworks, with a specific focus on modernizing LAMP stacks.Demonstrated expertise working in Agile delivery teams, prioritizing collective on-time delivery.Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.About Us

Arrive, including brands like EasyPark, Flowbird, RingGo, ParkMobile and Parkopedia, is a leading global mobility platform. Present in over 90 countries and 20,000 cities, the company helps people and decision-makers make smarter decisions about urban mobility and ease the travel experience worldwide. Arrive delivers a unique combination of the core ingredients to make cities more livable: from smart payments and optimized car parks to data-driven traffic reduction and support for reinvestment in public transport and green space. It’s about more than function, it’s about saving time and simplifying the travel experience for everyone. Travel is more than a journey, it’s how you Arrive.Seniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries

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