Engineering Manager

Hello! We're Teya. Teya is a payment and software service provider, headquartered in London serving small, local businesses across Europe. Founded in 2019, we build easy to use, integrated tools that enable our members to accept payments and boost business performance. At Teya we believe small, local businesses are the lifeblood of our communities. We’re here because we don’t believe there’s a level playing field that gives small businesses with a fighting chance against the giants of the high street. We’re here because we see banks and legacy service providers making things harder for them. We don’t think the best technology or the best service should be reserved for those with the biggest headquarters. We’re here to fight for a future where small, local businesses can thrive, and to commit the same dedication they offer all of us. Become a part of our story. We’re looking for exceptional talent to join our mission. We offer a chance to create impact in a high-energy and connected culture, while benefiting from continuous learning opportunities, a supportive community which is proud to serve our mission, and comprehensive benefits. As an Engineering Manager for the team at Teya, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the systems that power how we onboard and verify customers across Europe. You’ll lead a team of backend engineers. You’ll be working on high-impact features that enable seamless yet compliant onboarding experiences. This role blends hands-on technical guidance with strong people leadership. You’ll help your team navigate complex engineering challenges, mentor them through their career growth, and foster a culture of technical excellence. You’ll also partner closely with stakeholders in product, compliance, and engineering to deliver features that strike the right balance between security, usability, and automation. We’re looking for someone curious, thoughtful, and pragmatic - someone who’s excited to solve hard problems in the world of Fintech compliance and passionate about building systems that scale with speed and accuracy. Your Mission Lead a team of backend engineers Manage team performance, development, and career growth through regular feedback, coaching, and structured reviews Collaborate with cross-functional partners in product, compliance, and engineering to deliver features that enhance onboarding efficiency while maintaining regulatory integrity Drive high standards for clean architecture, security, automation, and maintainability across the codebase Own team delivery, system reliability, and continuous improvement of development processes Contribute to roadmap definition Mentor engineers on advanced technical and architectural decisions, empowering them to solve complex challenges independently Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and capacity planning to scale the team effectively Your Story 1–3 years of experience managing engineers, including performance and career development 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, ideally in backend systems with Java, Kotlin, or similar technologies Experience in systems design, especially in high-throughput, secure, or regulated environments Familiarity with automation-first development principles and reducing manual, error-prone processes Strong communication skills, able to articulate technical trade-offs to diverse audiences Comfortable with Agile development methodologies and managing delivery in fast-paced, high-stakes environments A pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset with a bias for action and ownership The Perks We trust you, so we offer flexible working hours, as long it suits both you and your team Private Health Insurance 25 days of Annual leave (+ Bank holidays) Public Transportation Card Meal Allowance Frequent team events & activities in and out of the office Office snacks every day Friendly, comfortable and informal office environment Teya is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or background can thrive and do their best work. We believe that a diverse team leads to better ideas, stronger outcomes, and a more supportive workplace for all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process whether for interviews, assessments, or other parts of the application—we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring that every candidate has a fair and accessible experience with us.