Engineering Manager

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Java Engineering Manager to lead our UKBI engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java, microservices, serverless architecture, Docker, EKS, and search technologies such as Solr or OpenSearch. This role requires hands-on expertise in managing distributed search systems and resolving high-priority search incidents in production environments. You will work closely across multiple teams within a distributed, multi-group search estate, ensuring smooth daily operations and driving technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering professional growth and providing clear technical guidance.
- Collaborate with internal partners to understand data requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
- Design and implement scalable software solutions using Java, microservices, Docker, EKS, Solr/OpenSearch, and AWS technologies.
- Maintain high standards of software quality through best practices in coding, testing, deployment, unit testing, and automation.
- Actively contribute during development sprints by resolving complex technical challenges, managing risks and impediments, and promoting innovation through the adoption of the latest technologies.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- A minimum of 10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years working with Java, microservices, Python, SQL, and NoSQL databases.
- At least 4 years of experience in people management and team leadership.
- Proven experience in search technologies such as Solr or OpenSearch.
- Strong expertise with AWS services, including EC2, EKS, and Lambda.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools to support continuous integration and deployment.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at various organizational levels.
- Experience driving AI adoption to enhance engineering productivity, software quality, and operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Certifications in cloud platforms are highly desirable.
- Experience in building AI-enabled solutions is a plus.

At Experian, we are a global data and technology company committed to powering opportunities for people and businesses worldwide. Our diverse markets include financial services, healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, and insurance, among others. With a team of over 25,000 employees across 32 countries, we invest heavily in people and advanced technologies to unlock the power of data.

Our culture is a key differentiator, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), work-life balance, personal development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, and recognition. Experian has been recognized as a Great Place to Work™ in 24 countries, featured on FORTUNE’s Best Companies to Work For, and rated highly on Glassdoor globally.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation drives our success, fueled by a diverse workforce where everyone can bring their whole self to work regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, physical ability, or age. We are committed to providing accommodations for candidates with disabilities or special needs.

Benefits
Experian supports employee well-being with best-in-class family benefits, enhanced medical coverage, and generous paid time off. We prioritize health, safety, and work-life balance to help our people thrive both professionally and personally.

Join Experian and be part of a company dedicated to creating a better tomorrow together.