EngineeringManager

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. Duties: Leadership, Mentorship & Cultural Awareness * Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of 8-10 software engineers, fostering professional growth and technical mastery. * Conduct regular one-on-one sessions, performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback. * Demonstrate strong communication, empathy, and active listening skills to build trust and cohesion within the team. * Cultivate an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and working styles. * Adapt leadership approaches to different cultural contexts, ensuring collaboration across global or cross-functional teams. * Promote psychological safety, encouraging open dialogue, respectful debate, and constructive feedback. Onboarding & Knowledge Transfer * Drive effective onboarding processes for new team members, ensuring they quickly gain the technical and domain knowledge needed to contribute successfully. * Promote structured knowledge-sharing sessions, pair programming, and cross-training to reduce single points of failure and build resilience within the team. * Foster a culture where expertise is openl