26 to 45 of 45 Technical Leadership Jobs in Manchester

on engineering with architectural vision , someone who thrives in shaping strategy, designing resilient systems, and guiding teams towards world-class delivery. What You’ll Do Define solution architecture and technical strategy for a complex, high-scale platform Own end-to-end design across distributed, event-driven systems (Kafka, SQL, cloud-native) Partner with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to … translate vision into architecture Lead technical planning, standards, and best practices across multiple teams Provide architectural oversight and mentorship while influencing build vs. buy decisions Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability are built into the DNA of the platform What We’re Looking For Proven track record designing or architecting distributed, high-volume systems Experience with event-driven architectures and … high-throughput data pipelines (Kafka) Strong knowledge of at least one of: C#, .NET, Golang, or TypeScript , plus SQL/databases Ability to balance hands-on technical leadership with high-level solution design Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Experience in platform modernisation, migrations, or full-scale rebuilds is highly desirable Already started to explore AI in previous More ❯

project (Outside IR35.) You will work closely with senior stakeholders and the wider team on both high and low level solution design to provide improvements on existing systems. Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and align with business objectives and technology strategy.Your role will also involve risk management, to identify … potential technical risks and develop mitigation strategies. Ensure solutions are designed with security, performance, and reliability. Type: 6 Month ContractDay Rate: Market Rates (Outside IR35)Location: Manchester/HybridStart: ASAP Skills Previous Solutions Architecture experience designing and implementing complex enterprise solutions.Strong background in software development and system integration.Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Experience with microservices More ❯

project (Outside IR35.) You will work closely with senior stakeholders and the wider team on both high and low level solution design to provide improvements on existing systems. Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and align with business objectives and technology strategy. Your role will also involve risk management, to … identify potential technical risks and develop mitigation strategies. Ensure solutions are designed with security, performance, and reliability. Type: 6 Month Contract Day Rate: Market Rates (Outside IR35) Location: Manchester/Hybrid Start: ASAP Skills Previous Solutions Architecture experience designing and implementing complex enterprise solutions. Strong background in software development and system integration. Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure More ❯

on engineering with architectural vision , someone who thrives in shaping strategy, designing resilient systems, and guiding teams towards world-class delivery. What You’ll Do Define solution architecture and technical strategy for a complex, high-scale platform Own end-to-end design across distributed, event-driven systems (Kafka, SQL, cloud-native) Partner with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to … translate vision into architecture Lead technical planning, standards, and best practices across multiple teams Provide architectural oversight and mentorship while influencing build vs. buy decisions Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability are built into the DNA of the platform What We’re Looking For Proven track record designing or architecting distributed, high-volume systems Experience with event-driven architectures and … high-throughput data pipelines (Kafka) Strong knowledge of at least one of: C#, .NET, Golang, or TypeScript , plus SQL/databases Ability to balance hands-on technical leadership with high-level solution design Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Experience in platform modernisation, migrations, or full-scale rebuilds is highly desirable Already started to explore AI in previous More ❯

on engineering with architectural vision , someone who thrives in shaping strategy, designing resilient systems, and guiding teams towards world-class delivery. What You’ll Do Define solution architecture and technical strategy for a complex, high-scale platform Own end-to-end design across distributed, event-driven systems (Kafka, SQL, cloud-native) Partner with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to … translate vision into architecture Lead technical planning, standards, and best practices across multiple teams Provide architectural oversight and mentorship while influencing build vs. buy decisions Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability are built into the DNA of the platform What We’re Looking For Proven track record designing or architecting distributed, high-volume systems Experience with event-driven architectures and … high-throughput data pipelines (Kafka) Strong knowledge of at least one of: C#, .NET, Golang, or TypeScript , plus SQL/databases Ability to balance hands-on technical leadership with high-level solution design Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Experience in platform modernisation, migrations, or full-scale rebuilds is highly desirable Already started to explore AI in previous More ❯

heart of every solution Contribute to governance, service reporting, customer reviews, and the resolution of escalations Recommend and deliver automations, remote actions, and root-cause fixes where appropriate Provide technical leadership, guiding colleagues and service partners towards continuous improvement Stay ahead of industry trends, certifications, and emerging technologies to deliver best-in-class consultancy Share lessons learned and More ❯

with deep expertise in Salesforce solutions and agile delivery environments. They should demonstrate a strong understanding of product management and agile methodologies, with the ability to guide teams on technical risks and architectural debt. A strategic mindset is essential, with the capability to balance long-term vision and short-term needs to achieve business outcomes. The candidate should also … be skilled in evaluating multiple technical solutions, Salesforce configuration, automation, environment mgmt., deployments, etc , Salesforce Architectural Certifications are required for this role. Desirable qualifications include advanced ITIL, TOGAF, and IASA certifications. What are the 3 most important things that you will be and looking for on a CV/shortlisting on: End-to-End Solution Design Experience Strong Salesforce … Experience Agile Delivery & Technical Leadership More ❯

with deep expertise in Salesforce solutions and agile delivery environments. They should demonstrate a strong understanding of product management and agile methodologies, with the ability to guide teams on technical risks and architectural debt. A strategic mindset is essential, with the capability to balance long-term vision and short-term needs to achieve business outcomes. The candidate should also … be skilled in evaluating multiple technical solutions, Salesforce configuration, automation, environment mgmt., deployments, etc , Salesforce Architectural Certifications are required for this role. Desirable qualifications include advanced ITIL, TOGAF, and IASA certifications. What are the 3 most important things that you will be and looking for on a CV/shortlisting on: End-to-End Solution Design Experience Strong Salesforce … Experience Agile Delivery & Technical Leadership More ❯

client is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Head of IT & Transformation to lead the evolution of their digital systems, technology infrastructure, and business processes. This pivotal role blends technical leadership with organisational change - driving smarter, more efficient operations and enabling future growth across the business. Reporting to the Business Operations Director, you will lead a multi-disciplinary … internal IT team and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to deliver a transformation roadmap that modernises systems, enhances automation, and supports long-term scalability. Key Responsibilities Technology & Systems Leadership Lead and develop the internal IT function to deliver a reliable, secure, and scalable technology environment. Oversee the evolution and optimisation of key business systems, including ERP, WMS, and automation … tools and data insights. Champion the integration of emerging technologies (e.g., AI, analytics) to drive smarter decision-making. Collaborate across departments to ensure technology solutions support business priorities. Change Leadership & Adoption Drive digital adoption through effective communication, training, and engagement. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across the organisation. Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders More ❯

Our client is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Head of IT & Transformation to lead the evolution of their digital systems, technology infrastructure, and business processes.This pivotal role blends technical leadership with organisational change - driving smarter, more efficient operations and enabling future growth across the business. Reporting to the Business Operations Director, you will lead a multi-disciplinary … internal IT team and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders to deliver a transformation roadmap that modernises systems, enhances automation, and supports long-term scalability. Key Responsibilities Technology & Systems Leadership Lead and develop the internal IT function to deliver a reliable, secure, and scalable technology environment. Oversee the evolution and optimisation of key business systems, including ERP, WMS, and automation … tools and data insights. Champion the integration of emerging technologies (e.g., AI, analytics) to drive smarter decision-making. Collaborate across departments to ensure technology solutions support business priorities. Change Leadership & Adoption Drive digital adoption through effective communication, training, and engagement. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across the organisation. Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders More ❯

reach your ambitions. Primary Purpose of the Role: To manage the Systems Engineering Process to company and international standards for defined packages of work. To provide line management and technical leadership to Systems Engineers. The Systems Engineer typically works with a team of engineers to define what will be designed, how it will perform and how it will … They are given as a guide as to the expected duties of the grade. Converts requirements into conceptual designs and prepares associated documentation by performing operational analyses, simulations and technical trade-off studies evaluating alternative design configurations and functional features. Good understanding of the development lifecycle and lifecycle products. Interfacing with the client, to gain approval of test specifications … reports that explain how the equipment being developed meets requirements. Operational design limits are evaluated and defined; performance analyses and simulations are developed & performed to support the above. Performs technical/engineering tasks to define system design and subsystem requirements details. Analysis and simulations are performed as necessary to identify design feasibility & driving requirements. Supervises staff, by defining their More ❯

reach your ambitions. Primary Purpose of the Role: To manage the Systems Engineering Process to company and international standards for defined packages of work. To provide line management and technical leadership to Systems Engineers. The Systems Engineer typically works with a team of engineers to define what will be designed, how it will perform and how it will … They are given as a guide as to the expected duties of the grade. Converts requirements into conceptual designs and prepares associated documentation by performing operational analyses, simulations and technical trade-off studies evaluating alternative design configurations and functional features. Good understanding of the development lifecycle and lifecycle products. Interfacing with the client, to gain approval of test specifications … reports that explain how the equipment being developed meets requirements. Operational design limits are evaluated and defined; performance analyses and simulations are developed & performed to support the above. Performs technical/engineering tasks to define system design and subsystem requirements details. Analysis and simulations are performed as necessary to identify design feasibility & driving requirements. Supervises staff, by defining their More ❯

reach your ambitions. Primary Purpose of the Role: To manage the Systems Engineering Process to company and international standards for defined packages of work. To provide line management and technical leadership to Systems Engineers. The Systems Engineer typically works with a team of engineers to define what will be designed, how it will perform and how it will … They are given as a guide as to the expected duties of the grade. Converts requirements into conceptual designs and prepares associated documentation by performing operational analyses, simulations and technical trade-off studies evaluating alternative design configurations and functional features. Good understanding of the development lifecycle and lifecycle products. Interfacing with the client, to gain approval of test specifications … reports that explain how the equipment being developed meets requirements. Operational design limits are evaluated and defined; performance analyses and simulations are developed & performed to support the above. Performs technical/engineering tasks to define system design and subsystem requirements details. Analysis and simulations are performed as necessary to identify design feasibility & driving requirements. Supervises staff, by defining their More ❯

identifying any potential improvements to test/diagnostic processes. You will be involved in the design process at all stages, supporting design reviews and manufacturing queries, reporting into the Technical Lead or Equipment Project Manager. You will have the opportunity to lead on packages of work, manage deliveries and assign work to senior design engineers. Working in an international … environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your expertise and play an important role in the delivery of our products. Additional Opportunities depending on experience: Technical Leadership - You will take ownership for and lead the development of test equipment technical design solutions. You will be responsible for leading a package or packages of work, manage resourcing More ❯

lead the development of integrations using Microsoft Azure PaaS, and support the interim and long-term transition from legacy systems to cloud-native platforms. This position requires hands-on technical leadership, strategic planning, and strong team management skills. - Strong hands-on experience in designing and delivering integrations using Microsoft Azure (Logic Apps, Service Bus). - Experience integrating with More ❯

M365 security services Ensure security of cloud infrastructure Identify & implement automation opportunities Coordinate/Manage engineering projects Design/Develop/Maintain security architecture Mentor the engineering function, provide technical leadership Principal Cyber Security Engineer: Duties Proven experience with Azure & M365 security tools and technologies Deep knowledge of security frameworks and standards (NIST, CIS, ISO27001) Knowledge of scripting More ❯

security services and tools. Ensure the overall security of cloud infrastructure. Identify and implement opportunities for automation. Design, develop, and maintain security architecture. Mentor the engineering function and provide technical leadership. Demonstrate proven experience with Azure and M365 security tools and technologies. Apply security frameworks and standards such as NIST, CIS, and ISO27001. Use scripting and automation tools (PowerShell More ❯

Package: Variable Bonus, Extensive Benefits Package Location: Manchester, Hybrid Are you a Tech Lead looking for your next challenge? This role offers you the chance to take on real technical leadership while driving innovation on projects click apply for full job details More ❯

Java (Digital Consultancy) – Manchester – Hybrid – up to £110K We’re working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact leadership role for a … for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across multiple projects, ensuring best-in-class coding standards, testing, and performance. • Mentor and inspire a team of engineers, fostering professional growth and a culture of excellence. • Collaborate … directly with clients, product managers, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions. • Drive innovation and continuous improvement in development processes, cloud adoption, and CI/CD pipelines. • Act as a trusted technical advisor, balancing architectural vision with delivery realities. Tech Stack • Backend: Java, RESTful APIs • Cloud & Deployment: AWS, CI/CD pipelines • Other: Third-party API More ❯

for a talented and forward-thinking eCommerce Tech Lead to join our team at our Retail Support Centre in Warrington . This is a unique opportunity to shape the technical direction of our eCommerce platforms, driving innovation, performance, and scalability across web and mobile. You'll play a pivotal role in delivering seamless digital experiences that inspire golfers and … for innovation, technology, and creating an exceptional customer experience Respect – for collaboration, teamwork, and diverse perspectives Integrity – in how we deliver secure, reliable, and transparent solutions Drive – to achieve technical excellence and continuous improvement Expertise – in ecommerce technology, digital performance, and leadership We're looking for someone who lives these values every day and brings them to life … in how they lead, develop, and innovate. How You'll Make an Impact Define and own the ecommerce technical roadmap, ensuring platforms are scalable, secure, and built to support a true omni-channel customer experience. Lead the end-to-end technical delivery of new features, integrations, and enhancements across web and mobile. Partner with Product, Digital Trading, UX More ❯