Software Engineer Manager – Build Something New

Archer · Recruitment agency

Full-time•Full-stack•Dublin, Ireland

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At a glance

Employment type: Full-time
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Workplace: On-site
Category: Full-stack

Technologies & skills

Primary technologies

C#.NET PHP

Cloud & infrastructure

AWS Azure

Other technical skills

SQL

What you'll be doing

Lead and grow a Dublin-based engineering team building a new financial technology platform. Remain hands-on with C#/.NET, shape architecture and technical strategy, and manage a team of 5+ engineers. Financial services experience and prior engineering leadership required.

Key requirements

Must-have

10+ years of C#/.NET experience
Strong SQL experience
Strong AWS or Azure experience
Previous experience leading or managing software engineers
Financial services experience
Background in banking, trading, investment platforms, payments, capital markets or complex financial systems

Experience: 10+ years of C#/.NET experience; prior engineering leadership; financial services background

Role signals

Technical focus: full-stack
Leadership: People management
Architecture / system design: Indicated in the listing
Hands-on vs management: Mixed

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Full job description

Software Engineer Manager – Build Something New

What if your next move wasn’t just another engineering management role, but the opportunity to shape a new financial technology platform from the ground up?

A multinational financial technology business is expanding its engineering organisation in Dublin and is looking for aEngineering Manager to lead a growing team and play a key role in the next phase of its product development.

This is a role for someone who wants to stay close to the technology while having real ownership across people, architecture, technical strategy and product direction.

You’ll be leading a team of 5+ engineers initially, with scope to grow, while remaining hands-on with C#/.NET and helping define how the platform is built.

Why this role is worth a look:
- Lead and grow a talented Dublin engineering team
Stay hands-on with C#/.NET
Shape architecture and technical strategy from the start
Work on a greenfield platform rather than maintaining legacy systems
Join a

multinational business operating across global financial services

The background I’m looking for:
- 10+ years of C#/.NET experience
Strong SQL + AWS/Azure experience
Previous experience

leading or managing software engineers

Financial services experience is essential
Background in banking, trading, investment platforms, payments, capital markets or complex financial systems

If you’re an experienced Engineering Manager, Software Team Lead or Senior .NET Engineer ready to step into management, this could be a very interesting next move.

Interested? Get in touch with Olga Torres for a confidential conversation:

+353 1 649 8519 | [email protected]

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Interview prep pack

Grounded in this listing. Use it to prepare examples before you apply.

Your interview focus

Based on this listing, the Software Engineer Manager role in Dublin is a hands-on leadership position focused on building a new financial technology platform, requiring deep C#/.NET expertise, strong cloud and SQL skills, and prior experience managing engineering teams in financial services.

Technical Leadership·High
Hands-on .NET Expertise·High
Cloud Architecture·High
Financial Services Domain·High

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Follow a focused preparation plan based on this job.

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Your 30-minute plan

Review Recent .NET and Cloud Projects
0–8 min
Select 1-2 recent projects where you led or contributed significantly using C#/.NET and AWS or Azure, focusing on financial services.
Prepare Leadership and Team Growth Stories
8–15 min
Outline examples of managing, mentoring, and scaling engineering teams, especially in regulated environments.
Refresh on Financial Compliance and Security
15–20 min
Review key compliance standards and security practices relevant to fintech platforms.
Draft Questions for the Interviewer
20–25 min
Prepare thoughtful questions about the platform, team, and company culture to demonstrate engagement.
Practice Explaining Technical Decisions
25–30 min
Rehearse concise explanations of architectural choices and trade-offs in previous projects.

Likely questions

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Priority reflects how strongly this topic is emphasised in the job listing, not whether it will be asked.

1Can you describe a time you led a team through the design and launch of a new financial technology platform?High
Why they may ask
Assesses your leadership, project management, and greenfield development experience in a relevant domain.
Prepare to discuss
- Clearly outline your leadership role and decision-making process.
- Highlight collaboration with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
- Discuss challenges faced and how you ensured delivery and quality.
- Emphasize outcomes and lessons learned.
Tip: Use a specific example from your financial services background.
2How do you balance hands-on technical work with your responsibilities as an engineering manager?High
Why they may ask
Evaluates your ability to remain technically involved while managing people and strategy.
Prepare to discuss
- Describe your approach to time management and delegation.
- Give examples of staying engaged with code reviews or architecture.
- Explain how you empower your team while maintaining technical oversight.
Tip: Show that you can be both a leader and a contributor.
3What architectural decisions would you prioritize when building a greenfield financial platform on AWS or Azure?High
Why they may ask
Tests your cloud architecture knowledge and understanding of fintech requirements.
Prepare to discuss
- Discuss security, scalability, and compliance considerations.
- Mention specific AWS/Azure services you would leverage.
- Explain how you would ensure high availability and disaster recovery.
Tip: Relate your answer to financial services best practices.
4Describe your experience with C#/.NET in building complex, high-availability systems.High
Why they may ask
Assesses your technical depth and relevance to the stack.
Prepare to discuss
- Share concrete examples of large-scale .NET projects.
- Highlight performance, reliability, and maintainability.
- Discuss any relevant patterns or frameworks used.
Tip: Focus on recent, impactful projects.
5How have you ensured data integrity and security in SQL databases within financial applications?Medium
Why they may ask
Evaluates your understanding of data management and regulatory requirements.
Prepare to discuss
- Describe specific controls or practices implemented.
- Mention encryption, auditing, and access management.
- Relate to compliance standards (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR).
Tip: Use examples from regulated environments.
6What challenges have you faced managing engineers in a regulated industry, and how did you address them?Medium
Why they may ask
Assesses your people management skills in a compliance-driven context.
Prepare to discuss
- Identify specific regulatory or process challenges.
- Explain how you maintained team motivation and productivity.
- Discuss communication and training strategies.
Tip: Show empathy and adaptability.
7How do you stay current with evolving technologies and regulatory changes in financial services?Lower
Why they may ask
Shows your commitment to continuous learning and compliance.
Prepare to discuss
- Mention industry groups, certifications, or regular training.
- Describe how you share knowledge with your team.
- Give examples of adapting to recent changes.
Tip: Be specific about your learning methods.

Talking points

Leading and Growing Engineering Teams
You will be expected to demonstrate how you have managed, mentored, and scaled engineering teams, especially in high-stakes or regulated environments.
Hands-on Technical Skills in C#/.NET
The role requires staying close to the codebase, so be ready to discuss recent projects where you contributed technically using C#/.NET.
Architecting Greenfield Platforms
You will help define the architecture and technical strategy for a new platform; prepare examples of your experience designing scalable, secure systems from scratch.
Cloud Infrastructure and SQL Expertise
Strong AWS or Azure and SQL skills are required; be ready to discuss how you have leveraged these technologies in previous financial systems.
Financial Services Experience
Demonstrate your understanding of financial systems, compliance, and the unique challenges of fintech product development.

What to research

Recent C#/.NET Projects
Review your most relevant hands-on .NET development work, especially in financial services.
Cloud Architecture on AWS or Azure
Prepare to discuss your experience designing and deploying secure, scalable systems on AWS or Azure.
Financial Services Compliance
Refresh your knowledge of compliance, security, and regulatory requirements in fintech environments.
Team Leadership Examples
Gather examples of how you have managed, mentored, and grown engineering teams.

Questions to ask

What are the immediate technical and product priorities for the new platform?
Why ask this? Clarifies expectations and helps you understand where your expertise will have the most impact.
How is the engineering team structured, and what are the plans for growth?
Why ask this? Gives insight into team dynamics and your potential leadership scope.
What are the main challenges you anticipate in building this greenfield platform?
Why ask this? Shows your interest in problem-solving and readiness to address key risks.
How does the company approach compliance and security in product development?
Why ask this? Demonstrates your awareness of regulatory importance and desire to align with best practices.
What opportunities exist for technical innovation within the team?
Why ask this? Assesses the company's openness to new ideas and your ability to drive technical strategy.
How do you support engineering managers in balancing hands-on work with leadership responsibilities?
Why ask this? Helps you understand expectations for technical involvement and available support.

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