Sam Coleman

Engineering Manager | 20+ Years in C# / .NET | Scaling Teams & Modernising Legacy Platforms into Cloud-Native Solutions

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About

"Leading with balance and intentionality." This principle guides my work as an Aikido instructor, and it’s exactly how I approach Engineering Management. With 20+ years of experience in the .NET ecosystem, I specialize in building high-performing teams that deliver scalable, maintainable, and clean cloud-based systems. The core of my approach: - Pragmatism over Hype: Whether it’s C# or Azure microservices, I value design that serves the business and the developers, not just the trend. - Sustainable Growth: I’ve led teams through the "trenches" of legacy modernization by focusing on developer experience and removing unnecessary friction. - Mentorship: I’m energized by seeing engineers grow. I aim to create environments of trust where people feel empowered to own their work. If you're looking for a technical leader who understands that great software is built by supported people, I’d love to connect.

Experience

  • Sonata One (Remote)
    • Software Engineering Manager
      Mar 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

    • Team Lead
      Feb 2024 - May 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Innovation Group (Greater London, England, United Kingdom)
    • Technical Lead
      Jan 2023 - Feb 2024 · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Senior Software Developer
      Jun 2021 - Feb 2024 · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Senior Software Engineer at myairops
    Mar 2021 - Jun 2021 · 4 mos

  • Senior System Developer at Global
    Jul 2018 - Mar 2021 · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Software Developer at Capital On Tap
    Sep 2017 - Jul 2018 · 11 mos