About Us:Smarkets: Shaping the Future of BettingSmarkets operates one of the globe's most advanced prediction markets, processing over £29 billion in transactions since 2010 and connecting over 200,000 traders worldwide. As a technology-driven enterprise, we are transforming the betting landscape—spanning sports, political markets, and delivering the most competitive prices and fair odds.Our technology stack is engineered for scalability, reliability, and speed, featuring Linux, Kafka, Postgres, and Kubernetes, with Python 3, C++17, and React powering our platform. We develop infrastructure that institutions depend on while ensuring trading remains accessible to all. Our unique advantage lies in our resilience through market fluctuations, competition, and industry transformations.At the core of our success are our talented individuals. We foster a high-performance culture where exceptional talent flourishes, combining extensive business insight with a commercial outlook to drive strategic expansion.If you are eager to influence the future of prediction markets with state-of-the-art technology and a customer-centric approach, Smarkets is the right place for you.Role Overview:As the Engineering Team Lead, you will spearhead a team of software engineers responsible for building, managing, and maintaining the microservices that power Smarkets' innovative products.Your role will involve steering the team's direction, nurturing their professional development, and ensuring we are constructing the optimal stack to drive our product's future. You will leverage your team's capabilities to ensure our services remain responsive, scalable, and high-performing.You will collaborate closely with your engineering team, fellow engineering managers, technical leaders, and product managers to propel the intricate technical projects that advance the Smarkets product roadmap.
Jan 15, 2026