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Engineering Manager (Vendor Management | Cloud, DevOps, Data, Project Management) - London / Hybrid
- Contract: 1 year (Inside IR35)
- Rate: Competitive day rate
- Location: London (Hounslow, 2 days per week onsite, with travel flexibility)
- Start: Immediate
We'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.
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