Tech Lead Software Engineer - eCommerce
Location: Remote - 1 day a month in the office, Manchester, Leeds or Sheffield are a very commutable distance to HQ
If you're the kind of developer who enjoys solving complex problems, building slick digital experiences, and leading from the front - this could be your next challenge.
This growing online retailer (we can't name names, but you've almost definitely shopped with them) is looking for a Senior / Tech Lead Software Engineer to help shape the next generation of their eCommerce platform. You'll guide a small talented development team, take ownership of key projects, be no.2 to the Head of Engineering and make a real impact on how millions of customers shop online.
What you'll be doing:
- Leading software development projects from concept to delivery.
- Designing scalable, high-performing architectures that keep things running smoothly.
- Mentoring and supporting developers across the team.
- Collaborating with stakeholders to plan, improve, and implement new features and systems.
- You'll bring solid experience designing and implementing clean integration patterns connecting modern cloud services, APIs, and data flows to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
What they're after:
- Strong eCommerce development experience and a solid grasp of back-end services and data exchange patterns.
- Great leadership skills - you'll enjoy bringing people together and helping them do their best work.
- Proficiency with TypeScript, Node.js, and serverless cloud-native solutions (especially AWS).
Nice to have:
- Familiarity with BigCommerce, Bloomreach, or warehouse/fulfilment systems.
Perks:
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Flexible hours and hybrid working.
- A collaborative environment where your ideas actually get built, not buried.
If you love clean code, clever architecture, and making tech that scales beautifully - this is a role where you can really leave your mark.
For further details and to apply please get in touch with jon.brass @ circlerecruitment.com
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