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Lead Engineer
Job Posted: 17 hours ago
Salary: £ 80,000 - 90,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Lead Engineer - Cloud & Application Platforms
Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £90K DOE
A global leader in customer data and insights is looking for a Lead Engineer to help shape the future of cloud-native platforms and applications used by some of the world's most recognisable retail and consumer brands.
This is a senior, hands-on engineering role with a focus on modern cloud architectures and scalable applications. You'll lead the design and delivery of robust systems built primarily on the Microsoft technology stack and modern JavaScript frameworks, while mentoring engineers and shaping technical strategy across teams.
Key responsibilities
As Lead Engineer, you will:
Own the technical design and delivery of cloud-based applications and services
Lead development efforts using .NET and modern JavaScript frameworks such as React or Angular
Guide architectural decisions across scalable, high-performance systems
Implement and champion cloud-native practices within Azure, AWS, or GCP ecosystems
Collaborate with engineering managers, architects, and product leads to align on priorities and technical roadmaps
Mentor engineers and foster a strong culture of knowledge sharing, quality, and technical excellence
Support platform reengineering to improve performance, resilience, and maintainability
Identify and resolve technical dependencies across cross-functional teams
What they're looking for
We are seeking someone with:
Deep experience in .NET (C#) development for enterprise-grade applications
Proficiency in modern JavaScript frameworks, especially React or Angular
Strong background in designing and delivering solutions on public cloud platforms (Azure preferred, AWS or GCP also considered)
Experience working with microservices, APIs, and integration patterns at scale
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code, and DevOps principles
Proven ability to work in Agile environments and deliver results iteratively
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving
Bonus skills
Experience in any of the following is a plus:
Python, Scala, or data processing frameworks
Event-driven or distributed system architectures
Big data tools (e.g., Hadoop, HDFS, Airflow)
Linux and containerisation
Why join?
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of large-scale, cloud-first transformation efforts. You'll help shape platforms that power global businesses, work with talented engineers across regions, and gain exposure to a wide range of technologies in a supportive, learning-focused environment.
If this sounds like the role for you waste no time and apply now!
Lead Engineer - Cloud & Application Platforms
Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £90K DOEBefore You Apply
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