Lead Systems Engineer overseeing high-performing engineering team and ensuring reliable delivery of critical systems. Collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and manage operations effectively.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team while ensuring the reliable delivery and support of critical systems
Oversee day-to-day operations, guide priorities, and manage major incidents—keeping services stable and resilient
Responsible for planning and coordinating work, aligning delivery with business and product goals, and ensuring changes are implemented smoothly and safely
Champion engineering standards, assuring quality, compliance, and robust documentation across all activity
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, hold vendors to account, and represent the team in key governance forums
Drive continuous improvement—introducing smarter ways of working, reducing technical debt, and helping the team grow their capability.
Requirements
Proven experience in business-critical technology or operational leadership
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field
Experience in successfully leading teams and developing individuals
Recognised certification in relevant competency
Experience working cross functionally with both internal and external teams
Experience identifying and supporting delivery of both technical and process improvements in a digital engineering environment
Experience working in an agile development team, where you’ve delivered incremental small slices, and are comfortable with responding to meet user needs
Understanding of security, compliance, and safety considerations for digital and operational systems
Strong experience with system integration and interfacing technologies (e.g., APIs, OPC UA, MQTT, vendor protocols)
Industry certifications (e.g., networking, ICS/OT security, vendor specific)
Knowledge of telephony architectures, digital communications platforms, and/or monitoring systems
Exposure to cloud or hybrid infrastructure supporting operational systems.
Benefits
Private healthcare and physiotherapy
24-hour Virtual GP service for you and your household
26 days annual leave (rising with service)
Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6% (up to 18% combined)
Bonus scheme
Flexible benefits and working culture
Life Assurance (8× salary) and Personal Accident cover
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