Lorien Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Head of Engineering

Lorien Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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Head of Engineering - Manchester - £120,000 + Bonus

The Company:
Lorien Global are working with a forward-looking organisation known for delivering cutting-edge technology to an ever-evolving market. With innovation at its core, the company is now searching for a Head of Engineering to lead a high-performing team based in central Manchester.

The Role:
As Head of Engineering, you'll be at the forefront of a key technology workstream, championing modern engineering practices and embedding a strong DevOps mindset across the teams. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll be responsible for guiding software delivery, strengthening collaboration, and supporting the shift from monolithic systems to microservices.

This is an exciting time to join! There's real scope to influence technical direction, drive transformation, and shape the future of a platform that's undergoing significant architectural change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and define engineering best practices across the workstream
• Drive the adoption of DevOps principles to streamline delivery and operations
• Work with stakeholders to develop a plan to address technical debt
• Oversee and support engineering squads to ensure efficient team structures
• Maintain stability and performance across platforms
• Encourage internal development through coaching and training opportunities
• Implement reporting tools and metrics to track progress and improve processes

Skill Requirements:

• Proven track record leading engineering functions in digital or tech-led businesses
• Strong technical background in C# .NET environments
• Experience building DevOps capabilities and embedding CI/CD workflows
• Knowledge of hybrid cloud platforms (AWS/VMware)
• Clear understanding of software delivery methodologies and QA practices
• Confident communicator with the ability to work across teams and influence decision-makers
• Strategic thinker passionate about continuous improvement and innovation

The Offer:

• Real opportunity to shape the engineering landscape of a forward-thinking business
• Base salary up to £120,000
• Bonus scheme and enhanced company pension
• 25 days holiday, with options to buy or sell additional days
• Hybrid model (2 days a week in Manchester office)

Interviews are being scheduled-apply today to be considered or get in touch to find out more.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Data Infrastructure and Analytics

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