Job Specifications
About us
At Zego, we know that traditional motor insurance holds good drivers back. It's too complicated, too expensive, and it doesn't take into account how well you actually drive.
That's why, since 2016, we've been on a mission to change all of that. Our mission at Zego is to offer the lowest priced insurance for good drivers.
From van drivers and gig workers to everyday car drivers, our customers are our driving force - they're at the heart of everything we do.
We've sold tens of millions of policies so far, and raised over $200 million in funding. And we're only just getting started.
About the role
We're looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to lead multiple teams across Zego's core technology areas. In this role, you'll support Engineering Managers, Tech Leads, and Staff+ Engineers, overseeing an org of 20-25 people with room to scale as we grow.
You'll lead across three high-impact areas{{:}}
Insurance Platform - The foundation powering all our insurance products
Telematics Engineering - Our ML platform assessing driving behaviour to reward safer drivers
Mobile Engineering - The app team delivering user experience and integrating driving measurement technology.
This role sits at the heart of our product portfolio, giving you the opportunity to expand Zego's competitive advantage in building insurance products that reward great driving, powered by machine learning.
While this is not a hands-on coding role, you'll bring strong technical experience and a background as a senior engineer- especially supporting backend teams, with bonus points for mobile or ML exposure.
What you will be doing
Lead multiple cross-functional engineering teams in a high-growth environment
Set a high bar for engineering and operational excellence, ensuring system quality, performance, and maintainability
Drive architectural decisions and technical direction, partnering closely with Tech Leads and Staff Engineers
Own delivery outcomes, collaborating with Product, Data, Marketing, and Strategy to set product vision and execute
Operate as a business leader- your role goes beyond engineering delivery. Expect direct engagement with senior leadership and C-level to shape company strategy
Provide exceptional people leadership- coaching, developing, and growing Engineering Managers and Tech Leads
Continually improve product team maturity, ways of working, and decision-making frameworks.
About you
Impact-Driven{{:}} You focus on outcomes, not just output. You prioritise initiatives that move the business needle and create user value, helping teams iterate and achieve measurable goals
Technical Depth{{:}} Strong background as a senior engineer in distributed systems and backend development (dynamic and statically typed languages). Comfortable supporting mobile teams; exposure to ML engineering is a plus
Product Focus{{:}} You bring a strong product mindset, working closely with Product to shape strategy and maximise impact for users and the business
Accountable for Delivery{{:}} You own execution and delivery. You know when to escalate, how to unblock your teams, and how to balance speed with quality
Engineering Excellence Champion{{:}} You're accountable for technical outcomes and individual engineer growth. You challenge, review, and guide technical decisions—especially at Staff+ levels
Experienced People Leader{{:}} You've managed 2-3+ Engineering Managers or Tech Leads and led orgs of 20-40 engineers. You develop talent through coaching, 1{{:}}1s, and feedback
Exceptional Communicator{{:}} You simplify complex technical topics for non-technical stakeholders. You help others weigh trade-offs and make sound decisions quickly
Strong Stakeholder Partner{{:}} You build trusted relationships across Product, Data, and Strategy. You help improve collaboration and organisational alignment
Organisational Impact{{:}} You contribute to company-wide best practices, influencing both managerial and technical standards
AI- You will be someone who's actively curious about how AI can enhance your work - keen to experiment, learn quickly, and apply tools that improve productivity, streamline tasks, or unlock new ways of thinking. Whether you're already hands-on or fast building confidence, you take ownership of staying ahead and working smarter.
What's it like to work at Zego?
Joining Zego is a career-defining move. People go further here, reaching their full potential to achieve extraordinary things.
We're spread throughout the UK and Europe, and united by our drive to get things done. We're proud of our company and our culture - a friendly and inclusive space where we can lift each other up and celebrate our wins every day.
Together, we're setting the bar higher, delivering exceptional work that makes a difference. Our people are the most important part of our story, and everyone here plays a role. There's loads of room to learn and grow, and you'll get the freedom to steer your career wherever you want.
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