Senior Tech Platform Lead – D365 & Azure

ao.com; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home appliance retailer based in Bolton is looking for a Technical Platform Manager to lead the technical direction for their Microsoft platform, ensuring scalable and secure operations across their Azure and D365 systems. You will drive governance, manage technical teams, and set standards that ensure efficient operations. The ideal candidate has proven expertise in Azure governance, D365, and a strong background in integration architecture. This role offers a hybrid work model with excellent benefits.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

5% pension contribution matching

Discounts across product range

Health & wellbeing services

Enhanced leave policies

Paid volunteer days

Free on-site parking

Access to AO Arena for events

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Azure governance, automation, and operational reliability.
• Hands-on knowledge of D365 F&O and WMS/SCM.
• Delivery-focused with a strong understanding of SDLC and release procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the D365 and Azure technical team, ensuring delivery.
• Define integration architecture and implement CI/CD pipelines.
• Monitor performance using Azure tools to provide proactive visibility.

Skills

D365 F&O and WMS/SCM—solution patterns

Integration & CI/CD—Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions

Observability with Azure Monitor

Regulatory awareness—GDPR / UK Data Protection

Leadership—line management

Education

Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management Functional Consultant Associate

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

ITIL Foundation Certification

Job description

A leading home appliance retailer based in Bolton is looking for a Technical Platform Manager to lead the technical direction for their Microsoft platform, ensuring scalable and secure operations across their Azure and D365 systems. You will drive governance, manage technical teams, and set standards that ensure efficient operations. The ideal candidate has proven expertise in Azure governance, D365, and a strong background in integration architecture. This role offers a hybrid work model with excellent benefits.