Tech Lead Manager

Pharmacy2U; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online pharmacy in the UK seeks a Tech Lead Manager to lead a development team in delivering high-quality solutions for web and mobile platforms. The role includes overseeing core systems and mentoring developers within a hybrid work environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with modern tools including React and .NET Core, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Contributory pension

Discounted gyms

Employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing initiatives

25 days annual leave increasing with service

Qualifications

• Extensive commercial experience in developing React, Next.JS, TypeScript, and GraphQL.
• Experience leading a small team or mentoring junior developers.
• Proven working experience in an Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering a high-performing environment.
• Drive best practices in software development for quality and maintainability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver business-focused solutions.

Skills

React

Next.JS

TypeScript

GraphQL

Agile environment

Tools

.NET Core

BigCommerce

StoryBlok CMS

Job description

Role: Tech Lead Manager

Location: We operate a hybrid schedule, meaning 2-3 days a week in the office based at Thorpe Park, Leeds.

Salary: DOE plus extensive benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Employment type: Full time

Working hours: We work on a core hours principle. Our core hours are 09:30 - 16:00; you can work around these to suit you!

Do you want to work for the nation’s largest online pharmacy ensuring excellence for all our patients? We’re a market leader in the pharmacy world, with 25 years’ experience, helping over 1.6 million patients in England manage their NHS prescriptions from request through to delivery. We are Great Place to Work certified as we consider colleague experience a top priority every day. Our people are fundamental to our success and ensuring we achieve our vision to be a world leading, patient‑centric digital healthcare provider. We are committed to continuing to develop a positive, open and honest working environment for all.

The successful candidate will lead the hands‑on development of Pharmacy2U’s core internal systems across web and mobile platforms, delivering high‑quality front‑end solutions and interfaces for key projects. You will oversee and grow a team of developers, providing leadership and support through core line management responsibilities, including regular 1:1s and career development.

What’s in it for you?

• Occupational sick pay
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Contributory pension
• Discounted insurance (Aviva)
• Employee discount site
• Discounted gyms (via our blue light card and benefits schemes)
• Employee assistance programme
• In‑house mental health support
• Free onsite parking
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Social events throughout the year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme (subject to minimum earnings)
• Registration fees paid (GPhC, NMC, CIPD etc)
• Long service bonus
• Refer a friend bonus
• Blue light card
• Hybrid working
• Commitment to CPD/training
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service
• Annual leave buy and sell scheme
• Discounts & exclusive offers at The Springs, Leeds
• 25% discount & health & beauty purchases
• 25% discount on Pharmacy2U Private Online Doctor Services

What you’ll be doing?

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing environment.
• Drive best practices in software development, ensuring code quality, scalability, and maintainability.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions that meet business objectives.
• Oversee development of core systems across web and mobile platforms, including front‑end interfaces and integrations.
• Champion team culture and environment, ensuring decisions prioritise both team well‑being and project success.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (design, product, QA) to deliver seamless customer experiences.
• Ensure alignment with technology stack, including .NET Core for microservices and backend systems, React, Next.js, and TypeScript for front‑end interfaces, and integration with BigCommerce and StoryBlok CMS.
• Promote continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and adoption of modern tools and practices.

Who are we looking for?

• Extensive commercial experience of developing React, Next.JS, TypeScript, GraphQL and developing new components.
• Have experience in a headless, eCommerce platform such as BigCommerce.
• Experience either leading a small team or mentoring Junior Developers as a senior.
• Experience working within an Agile environment.
• Experience working in software development as a senior developer or team leader.

What happens next?

Please click apply and if we think you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange an interview.

Applicants must prove they have the right to live in the UK.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.

Unsolicited agency applications will be treated as a gift.