Engineering Lead
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£55,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2132 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,000, and Wipro is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2127 (Engineering project managers and project engineers, Strong project/delivery planning focus could fit engineering project management) or SOC 2134 (Programmers and software development professionals, Hands-on software engineering leadership and team shaping). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
About the role
Wipro's dynamic approach to people, process and technology has established us as a global leader in digital transformation and engineering excellence. We help organisations modernise platforms, accelerate delivery and realise business value through innovative technology solutions.
We're looking for an experienced Engineering Lead to join our UK team on a fixed-term contract basis.
As an Engineering Lead, you will play a pivotal role in translating solution architecture into practical engineering execution. You will work closely with architects, product owners and delivery teams to define engineering strategies, shape high-performing teams and ensure successful delivery of complex technology programmes.
This role requires an experienced technical leader who can combine deep engineering expertise with strong delivery leadership, enabling teams to move quickly whilst maintaining engineering excellence and quality standards.
Location: London, UK (Hybrid or Remote Basis)
Type: Fixed Term Contract (12+ Months)
Key Responsibilities
- Convert solution architecture and business requirements into executable engineering delivery plans.
- Break down large-scale strategic outcomes into epics, features and manageable delivery increments.
- Establish engineering standards, governance principles and technical guardrails across programmes.
- Shape and build delivery teams, identifying capability requirements and defining optimal team structures.
- Challenge technical assumptions, proposed solutions and delivery estimates to ensure realistic outcomes.
- Lead technical discovery workshops with business and technology stakeholders.
- Drive engineering excellence through pragmatic decision making and hands-on technical leadership.
- Enable delivery teams to execute effectively by removing blockers and providing technical direction.
- Collaborate with architects, product owners and senior stakeholders to align technology delivery with business objectives.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as an Engineering Lead, Principal Engineer, Senior Staff Engineer or similar technical leadership role.
- Strong background delivering enterprise-scale software engineering programmes.
- Experience translating architecture and solution designs into engineering roadmaps and delivery plans.
- Expertise in Agile delivery methodologies and modern software engineering practices.
- Ability to decompose complex initiatives into clear and achievable delivery increments.
- Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation experience.
- Experience defining engineering standards, architectural guardrails and development best practices.
- Excellent understanding of software development lifecycles, DevOps and cloud-based delivery.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make pragmatic engineering decisions in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication and leadership capabilities with experience mentoring and guiding engineering teams.
Inclusion
At Wipro we don't just look at your CV. We're more focused on who you are and your potential.
We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements.
We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, our Talent Acquisition team will be happy to help.
Your Benefits
With Wipro you will receive a competitive salary, a generous benefits package and access to industry-leading training and development opportunities to support your continued growth.
Equal Opportunities
Wipro is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and makes all employment-related decisions without regard to race, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or any other status protected by applicable law.
Why Wait?
Apply now to build an exciting career with Wipro and help shape the future of enterprise engineering. Join a team of talented professionals delivering innovative technology solutions for some of the world's leading organisations.
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Where this offer sits in the market
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2132 going rate of £55,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.