Technical Delivery Lead - Data

CDL Software; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK software company in Manchester is looking for a Technical Delivery Lead to oversee technical project delivery and mentor a multidisciplinary team. You will drive Agile principles, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure the successful execution of cloud-based data solutions. Competitive salary of £50,000 to £60,000 per annum, along with hybrid working and flexible hours.

Benefits

Hybrid working (2 days in the office)

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday, increasing with service

Health and wellbeing programs

On-site amenities and activities

Qualifications

• Experience in stakeholder communication, requirements elicitation, and negotiation.
• Basic knowledge of AWS; AWS Certification is preferred.
• Mentoring team members on technical and soft skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for technical project planning and delivery.
• Collaborate with Product Managers to manage and prioritize the product backlog.
• Track metrics related to software delivery and data-driven improvements.

Skills

Strong understanding of Software Development Lifecycle

Stakeholder communication

Mentoring and coaching experience

Knowledge of Project Management methodologies

Basic knowledge of AWS

Understanding of automation and CI pipelines

Job description

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Technical Delivery Lead - Data, Manchester

Client:

CDL Software

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

To work closely with direct reports, colleagues, clients, and suppliers at all levels, acting as a technical delivery leader across domains, leading a team of BI System and Data Engineers working on the cloud-based data solution product Kingfisher.

Accountable for the end-to-end delivery of our cloud-based, high-speed, secure data solution, ensuring delivery within agreed timeframes and standards.

Lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for technical project planning and delivery, including requirement validation, build, test, release, and deployment.

Create an environment of continuous learning and improvement across the department and beyond.

Reports to: Senior TDL / SEM

About CDL

CDL is a leading UK software development company with over 600 employees, specializing in high-volume retail insurance solutions. We innovate in aggregator, web, telematics, connected home, enrichment, and self-service solutions, enabling our clients to excel in the UK insurance market.

We foster a collaborative, agile culture, emphasizing an inspiring work environment where employees thrive.

We are the market leader in our industry, creating software, websites, and apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. About 65% of companies on price comparison websites are our clients!

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Managers to manage and prioritize the product backlog and coordinate inter-domain dependencies.
• Drive, coach, and promote Agile principles within your team.
• Mentor team members on technical and soft skills.
• Track metrics related to software delivery and data-driven improvements, ensuring team objectives align with company goals.
• Act as a point of escalation for management and technical issues.
• Conduct quarterly appraisals, 1-2-1s, and performance activities.
• Refine team processes to improve delivery.
• Assess and elevate the Agile maturity of the team sustainably.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

Mandatory

• Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle and DevOps principles.
• Experience in stakeholder communication, requirements elicitation, and negotiation.
• Mentoring and coaching experience.
• Knowledge of Project Management methodologies and translating business requirements into technical solutions.
• Basic knowledge of AWS; AWS Certification is preferred.
• Understanding of automation, CI pipelines, infrastructure management, and configuration.

The Way You Work

• Collaborate effectively within Software Engineering.
• Promote and evangelize our products and engineering capabilities externally.
• Plan, design, monitor, and execute projects independently.
• Adapt to new technologies and challenges.
• Support project delivery with pragmatic estimates and progress tracking.
• Work collaboratively and support colleagues positively.
• Encourage others to challenge themselves and excel.
• Share knowledge through technical talks and learning initiatives.

Salary

The salary ranges from £50,000 to £60,000 per annum, with career progression opportunities via CDL’s development framework (https://progression.cdl.co.uk/).

Additional benefits include:

• Hybrid working (2 days in the office)
• Flexible working hours
• Starting 25 days holiday, increasing with service
• Health and wellbeing programs
• On-site amenities and activities

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We welcome discussions on flexibility and workplace adjustments.

This policy was last updated in April 2025.

Our solutions are trusted by the UK’s largest insurance retailers, maintaining our position as a market leader and innovator in the industry.