Lead Software Engineer

Tilo Consulting; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits package

Hybrid working

Job summary

A progressive software company in Manchester is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to lead a cross-functional squad in delivering high-quality software. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership experience, strong technical skills in Node.js and React.js, and knowledge of AWS or Azure. The role offers an enticing benefits package, hybrid work model, and the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing AI-oriented organization. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK indefinitely.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong technical skills in modern frameworks like Node.js and React.js.
• Experience in cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.

Responsibilities

• Guide a cross-functional squad to deliver secure and reliable software.
• Combine hands-on coding with technical leadership.
• Mentor engineers and drive best practices in cloud-native development.

Skills

Senior Engineer experience

Node.js expertise

React.js expertise

AWS/Azure knowledge

Agile delivery experience

DevOps principles understanding

Mentoring skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Job description

Base pay range

Direct message the job poster from Tilo Consulting

Co-Founder at Tilo Consulting | Sustainable Recruitment

This is a rare opportunity to join at the start of something big.

The excitement of a startup with the security of a big, established company.

We are helping a large UK‑owned software group to build and scale a world‑class, AI‑first engineering organisation in Manchester. They have very ambitious plans and the budget to make it happen.

We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer to guide a cross‑functional squad to deliver secure, reliable, and high‑quality software.

You’ll combine hands‑on coding with technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and driving best practices in cloud‑native development, CI/CD, and Agile delivery. Collaboration is key—you’ll work closely with Product, Architecture, and SRE teams to ensure alignment and technical excellence.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience as a Senior Engineer with leadership responsibilities
• Strong technical skills in modern frameworks (e.g., Node.js, React.js) and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
• Experience with Agile delivery, DevOps principles, and secure software development
• Ability to mentor, guide, and inspire engineers
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Benefits include an industry‑leading benefits package, with hybrid working in their central Manchester office.

Apply now to avoid disappointment.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK indefinitely.

Tilo Consulting values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology, Engineering, and Other

Industries

Software Development