Software Engineering Manager
Lorien
About Lorien
Software Engineering Manager
Location:Trafford, Manchester
Salary:
Up to £95,000 + Annual Bonus
Working Pattern:
Hybrid - 4 Days in the Office
Software Engineering Manager
A rapidly growing retail business is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead and develop its engineering team. This is a hands-on leadership role combining people management, technical direction, and delivery ownership within a fast-paced e-commerce environment.
The Role
You’ll lead a team of full-stack and backend engineers responsible for delivering and maintaining e-commerce platforms, integrations, and data systems. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you’ll drive technical strategy, oversee project delivery, and promote engineering best practices across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers.
Own the engineering roadmap and delivery of key projects.
Drive Agile processes and manage development priorities.
Provide technical leadership across APIs, integrations, and backend services.
Oversee integrations with ERP, fulfilment, and third-party platforms.
Champion best practices around code quality, testing, and CI/CD.
Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to deliver scalable technology solutions.
About You
5+ years' experience in software engineering.
2+ years' experience leading or managing engineering teams.
Strong background with Node.js or similar backend technologies.
Experience building APIs (REST/GraphQL) and integrating third-party systems.
Knowledge of serverless architectures (AWS Lambda or equivalent).
Experience with databases such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or BigQuery.
Strong understanding of Agile delivery, Git, CI/CD, and modern development practices.
Previous experience within retail, e-commerce, or high-traffic digital environments is highly desirable.
Package
Salary up to £95,000
Annual Bonus Scheme
This is an excellent opportunity for a Software Engineering Manager to join a growing retail business in Trafford, Manchester, and play a key role in shaping its technology function and supporting its continued growth.
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