Tech Team Lead - Javascript & PHP

Job Title: Tech Team Lead – Javascript & PHP
Salary: £75,000 per annum plus comprehensive benefits.
Hours: Full-Time Hours
Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, M17 | Hybrid
Start Date: ASAP
Work Pattern: Flexible Start and Finish Times

Are you ready to lead and inspire a high-performing engineering team? Join a dynamic organisation that provides innovative data solutions to top global brands, empowering them to make informed strategic decisions. We’re seeking a Tech Team Lead to guide our client’s Portal team, developing cutting-edge customer and staff portals while ensuring technical excellence.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor a team of PHP and JS/TS software engineers, fostering collaboration and growth. Understand and interpret requirements, specifications, and acceptance criteria. Write high-quality application code and tests adhering to company standards. Direct software development projects and recommend architecture designs. Schedule and manage maintenance, internal improvements, and technical debt. Oversee the operational management of services, including uptime, security, and performance. Identify risks, develop contingency plans, and ensure security and quality compliance. Collaborate with engineering, UX, testing, and other internal teams. Participate in the on-call rotation (with additional compensation) after settling in.

Qualifications and Experience:

Strong PHP knowledge with the Laravel framework. Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript with Angular (current) and Vue.js (future migration). Experience with AWS and Serverless technologies (Lambda, SQS, API Gateway, etc.). Solid understanding of system architecture, design, and information security (ISO 27001). Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. High level of self-organization and ability to define technical specifications. Familiarity with Git, CI/CD practices, and coding standards. Preferred: Experience leading technical teams, developing privacy-centric applications, and optimizing SQL queries with large data sets.

Why Join Us?

Generous Time Off: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays; option to buy/sell 5 days after 2 years. Peace of Mind: Life assurance & workplace pension with employer contributions. Reward for Performance: Bonus scheme recognizing your achievements. Cycle to Work Scheme: Support for cycling enthusiasts. Tech Choice: Select equipment that suits your needs. Learning & Growth: Coaching, training budgets, and continuous development support. Giving Back: Opportunities to support local charities. Hybrid Working: Flexible work environment with office amenities (free parking, secure bike shed, and excellent transport links) and £100 to personalize your home workspace.

If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call David at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208 966 or send an E-Mail to david.jones@servicecare.org.uk