Lead Full Stack Engineer

Job Description Lead Full Stack EngineerNear Manchester / HybridSalary - 85kThis isnt just another Lead Engineer role.Youll take end-to-end ownership of major digital solutions, influencing everything from architecture and design through to delivery and continuous improvement. Youll work in multidisciplinary teams alongside product, design, and data specialists to build scalable, secure, and user-focused platforms.Youll also play a key role in technical strategy, mentoring engineers, and driving engineering best practice across projects.What Youll Be DoingLeading the design and delivery of large-scale, complex digital servicesOwning architecture decisions across cloud-native, microservices or serverless environmentsWorking closely with stakeholders to shape technical direction and delivery strategyProviding hands-on leadership and mentoring engineering teamsDriving quality through modern engineering practices (CI/CD, TDD, Agile)Supporting estimation, planning, and technical risk management on projectsWhat Were Looking ForStrong experience leading full stack engineering teams in complex environmentsBackground in .NET, C#, Java or Python, alongside modern JavaScript frameworksProven track record delivering scalable cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure, etc.)Solid understanding of modern architecture patterns (microservices, serverless)Experience working in Agile delivery environmentsAbility to engage with stakeholders and translate technical concepts into clear directionPassion for mentoring and developing other engineers Bonus if youve worked in a consultancy or on public sector / regulated industry projectsWhy This Role?Work on meaningful projects with real-world impactHigh level of autonomy and technical ownershipAccess to a broad, evolving tech stack - no being boxed into one technologyStrong focus on career development, progression, and continuous learningCollaborative, supportive environment with a genuine engineering-first culturePackage & BenefitsCompetitive salary + performance-related rewardsHybrid working modelPrivate healthcare & wellbeing supportEnhanced parental leaveGenerous holiday allowancePension & additional flexible benefitsIf youre looking for a role where you can lead from the front, shape solutions, and work on genuinely impactful systems, this is well worth a conversation.Please note only candidates with full working rights will be [email protected]

Created: 2026-04-29