Tech Lead: Backend & Cloud Architect (Hybrid)

Manchester Airport plc.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airport technology provider in Manchester is seeking a Tech Lead with a strong background in back-end development and Agile methodologies. In this role, you will lead and manage a development team, ensuring high standards in software design and delivery. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience and a passion for innovative solutions. The position offers a hybrid working model and a range of perks including generous holiday allowance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday, increasing with service

Option to buy additional annual leave

10% company pension

On-site gym

Flexible benefits & discounts

Rail and retail discounts

2 paid volunteering days per year

Access to internal events calendar

Formal and informal development opportunities

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Technical Lead, ideally back-end focused.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Experience of leading/managing a team of engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a strategic technological vision for the business.
• Lead and manage a software development team from a technical perspective.
• Make technical decisions within autonomous teams.

Skills

Agile/Scrum experience

Object-Oriented Programming

Rest APIs and test-driven development

Software design patterns

Team leadership

PHP 7/8

Typescript

Infrastructure as Code

Job description

A leading airport technology provider in Manchester is seeking a Tech Lead with a strong background in back-end development and Agile methodologies. In this role, you will lead and manage a development team, ensuring high standards in software design and delivery. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience and a passion for innovative solutions. The position offers a hybrid working model and a range of perks including generous holiday allowance and professional development opportunities.