Software Development Manager; VN

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About Marex

Marex Group plc (NASDAQ: MRX) is a diversified global financial services platform providing essential liquidity, market access and infrastructure services to clients across energy, commodities and financial markets. The group provides comprehensive breadth and depth of coverage across four core services: clearing, agency and execution, market making, and hedging and investment solutions. It has a leading franchise in many major metals, energy and agricultural products, with access to 60 exchanges.

The group provides access to the world’s major commodity markets, covering a broad range of clients that include some of the largest commodity producers, consumers and traders, banks, hedge funds and asset managers. With more than 40 offices worldwide, the group has over 2,300 employees across Europe, Asia and the Americas.

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The Technology Department delivers differentiation, scalability and security for the business. Reporting to the CEO, Technology provides digital tools, software services and infrastructure globally to all business groups. Software development and support teams work in agile ‘streams’ aligned to specific business areas. Our other teams work enterprise-wide to provide critical services including our global service desk, network and system infrastructure, IT operations, security, enterprise architecture and design.

Based in London and working within Marex Solutions, the Software Development Manager will lead our Analytics Development Team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive software engineering experience combined with a strong understanding of financial markets.

You’ll be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and deployment of advanced software solutions — including a high-performance, distributed computing and market data management platform that orchestrates data flows and computational resources for quantitative analytics libraries.

The role requires close collaboration with key stakeholders, particularly across trading desks and quantitative teams, to ensure solutions meet business needs and align with strategic goals. You’ll drive the adoption of best practices and Agile methodologies, manage project risks, and stay current with emerging technologies to keep Marex at the forefront of innovation.

We’re looking for a hands‑on leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills who can foster a collaborative, high‑performing, and innovative team culture.

• Oversee the overall architecture and design of technology solutions developed and maintained by the team.
• Contribute to the technical direction of the department by researching emerging concepts and technologies and evaluating third‑party tools and products for potential adoption.
• Collaborate with the Lead Development Manager and Head of Solutions Technology to define the development roadmap and strategic priorities.
• Manage projects to ensure they are executed efficiently and delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Liaise closely with business stakeholders, including BAs, Quants, and Trading Desks, to define requirements and provide regular progress updates.
• Ensure all delivered systems meet production‑quality standards and are properly documented for business handover and long‑term support.
• Help define, promote, and enforce best practices in software development, ensuring consistent adherence across the team.
• Act as Scrum Master, facilitating sprint planning, stand‑ups, retrospectives, and ensuring Agile principles are followed.
• Ensure stories and bugs are sprint‑ready — well‑defined, prioritised, testable, and supported by clear acceptance criteria.
• Address and resolve support issues promptly and professionally.
• Comply with the Operational Risk Framework, ensuring all regulatory and company requirements are met.
• Serve as a role model for integrity, professionalism, and alignment with company values.
• Always comply with the FCA’s Code of Conduct and internal company policies.
• Remain fully aware of and adhere to all internal policies relevant to your role and…