D365 & Azure Platform Lead — Secure, Scalable Operations

ao.com; Bolton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading appliance retailer in Bolton is seeking a Technical Platform Principal Lead to set the technical direction for their D365 and Azure platforms. You will oversee technical standards, manage a team, and drive governance and cost optimization while ensuring secure operations. The role requires strong leadership and expertise in Azure and D365 technologies, alongside a commitment to operational reliability and compliance.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

5% pension contribution

Health and wellbeing benefits

Family leave options

Free on-site parking

Complimentary breakfast

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Azure governance and automation.
• Hands-on knowledge of D365 F&O and WMS/SCM.
• Experience with SDLC and release procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the D365 and Azure technical team.
• Define integration architecture and implement CI/CD pipelines.
• Manage technical services and optimise costs using FinOps.

Skills

D365 F&O and WMS/SCM experience

Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions

Azure Monitor and Application Insights

Knowledge of GDPR/UK DPA

Leadership abilities

Education

Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

ITIL Foundation Certification

Job description

A leading appliance retailer in Bolton is seeking a Technical Platform Principal Lead to set the technical direction for their D365 and Azure platforms. You will oversee technical standards, manage a team, and drive governance and cost optimization while ensuring secure operations. The role requires strong leadership and expertise in Azure and D365 technologies, alongside a commitment to operational reliability and compliance.