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English Language Learning Senior Manager Software Development in Spain
Job Title: Senior Software Engineering Manager
Department: English Language Learning
Location: Madrid or Spain, hybrid*
*If you live in Madrid you will be able to enjoy our brand-new office because we a have a hybrid working model policy in place.
About Pearson: Our purpose: At Pearson we ‘add life to a lifetime of learning’ so everyone can realise the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. Pearson was founded in 1844 and has been built on our ability to grow with and adapt to a constantly evolving market. Our 20,000+ employees are dedicated to creating the high-quality, digital-first, accessible and sustainable resources for lifelong learning.
About ELL: We aspire to become the world's leading destination to learn and improve English language skills. Our main focus is on committed learners from around the world, who are motivated by outcomes because they want to reach their full potential through learning English.
About the role: Are you passionate about technology and eager to be part of an exciting venture? We are thrilled to announce a great opportunity to join our team as a Software Engineering Manager in our brand-new technology hub in Madrid. We are looking for talented individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to join us on this exciting journey as we grow our Engineering team within our ELL Division. As part of our technology hub, the Software Engineering Manager will play a key role in shaping the future of technology and innovation in ELL. You will be responsible for one or more ELL digital products and the delivery of our Software Engineering team. You will contribute through all the software development journey, being accountable for the throughput of your teams and the technical strategy to meet the business needs in short and long term. You will have the chance to collaborate with top-notch professionals, work on cutting-edge projects, and contribute to building a thriving tech community.
Job Description: As a Senior Software Engineering Manager , you will play a vital role in leading and inspiring different teams of software engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions and will be responsible for overseeing the entire software development lifecycle, from planning and design to implementation and maintenance. Your technical expertise and managerial skills will be crucial in ensuring the successful execution of technical solutions, meeting deadlines, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Responsibilities :
Provide strong leadership and mentoring to two remote software engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
Encourage the professional growth of team members through training, mentorship, and access to educational resources.
Set clear expectations, performance goals, and development plans for team members, conducting regular one-on-one meetings and performance evaluations.
Foster collaboration and effective communication between the two teams, promoting knowledge sharing and creating synergies.
Ensure that the teams are aligned with the company's overall technical strategy and goals.
Manage staffing, recruitment, and onboarding processes for your teams, ensuring that they have the necessary skills and resources to succeed.
Co-Responsible for a digital product, together with the business product manager, taking ownership of the technical strategy, ensuring that this is aligned to future product roadmap and priorities.
Collaborate with your business product manager to establish connections and streamline processes with other important areas in the company like Sales, Marketing, Operations or Customer Service.
Maintain a deep understanding of the technologies, tools, and best practices relevant to the products and platforms your teams are working on.
Be a reference to the rest of the organization for your product and platforms, collaborating with your stakeholders to understand better our business and customer needs and understand how our technology could help to fulfill those.
Adopt and promote the usage of Agile frameworks within the teams to enhance development processes while building the environment to ensure that your teams are well-prepared to embrace change, helping them to thrive while they enjoy what they do.
Uphold and promote a diverse and inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued, respected, and empowered.
Track and report on roadmap progress, budget, and capacity allocation, ensuring timely and successful value delivery.
Identify potential risks and challenges related to key initiatives for your product and develop mitigation strategies to minimize their impact.
Drive continuous improvement through retrospectives and regular process evaluations.
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for your teams, regularly reporting progress to stakeholders and senior management.
Implement data-driven decision-making and process improvement based on KPI analysis.
Ensure the delivery of high-quality software products by implementing rigorous quality assurance processes and promoting a culture of testing and code review within the teams.
Monitor and improve the existing software development processes within your teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
Responsible for the budget of the solution(s), understanding the total cost of ownership, making the right financial choices.
Understand security and compliance requirements and drive their fulfilment with Product and software engineering teams.
Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and methodologies, and recommend process improvements and technical solutions accordingly.
Requirements:
Proven experience in software engineering principles, development processes, technologies, extreme development methodologies and practices and industry trends for Development and QA.
Strong leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
Working experience in Agile practices, product and project management principles.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Able to communicate technical concepts to non-technical individuals.
Experience with software development and DevOps/DevSecOps tools and practices, such as version control systems, issue tracking systems, CI/CD pipelines, Continous deployment, Feature Flags, Domain Driven Design, Events Driven Architecture, Clean Code, etc.
Ability to make strategic decisions, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple teams and initiatives simultaneously.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail.
A passion for staying up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is desirable.
Hands-on experience with programming languages such as Java, PHP, Kotlin, Python, or C++ would be beneficial.
Our Benefits:
24 Days annual leave (increasing by 1 day with every 2 years of continuous service up to 30 days)
Life insurance
Food & Transport Allowance
Flexible work schedule
Discounts on books and access to digital content and other development and training
Diversity: At Pearson we value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture wheredifferences are embraced as strengths and opportunities are equal and accessible.
Flexible working: Pearson is committed to hybrid working practices and has adopted flexible remote and virtual working. Where possible our employees can choose to manage their attendance to the office more flexibly.
How to apply: Thank you for your interest in applying for a role at Pearson. Please submit an updated CV and cover letter (optional) in English. If you have any additional questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
We look forward to receiving your application - Talent Acquisition Team
What to expect from Pearson
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At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.
We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.
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Job: TECHNOLOGY
Organization: English Language Learning
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Req ID: 15664
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