TL;DR

Lead Software Engineer (TypeScript, React, Nest.js, AWS): Leading and guiding software engineers across squads to deliver secure, stable, and performant production-ready code with an accent on software engineering excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Focus on technical leadership, software design, and solving challenging technical problems in a DevSecOps environment.

Location: Hybrid in Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

Company

%hirify_global% helps families on a budget get more out of life by combining brands and flexible payment options on Very.co.uk.

What you will do

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers across multiple squads.
Champion adoption of engineering standards, reusable components, and technical roadmaps.
Lead software technology selection and maintain high-performing engineering culture.
Collaborate with peers and technology leaders to align and advance the tech landscape.
Participate actively in software design, coding, reviews, testing, and debugging.

Requirements

Location: Hybrid working model based in Liverpool, UK
Significant experience in senior or leadership roles within agile, lean, DevSecOps environments.
Proficiency in TypeScript, React, Nest.js, AWS, and multiple programming languages.
Experience building secure, scalable, reliable, and high-availability software architectures.
Strong collaboration, communication, and decision-making skills.
English: Proficient (B2 or higher) required

Culture & Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model.
Inclusive culture and environment.
£6500 flexible benefits allowance.
30 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Udemy learning access and up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk.
Matched pension up to 6%.

Hiring process

Initial call with Talent Acquisition team.
Take-home technical task with 7 days to complete.
Technical interview discussing your solution (60-90 minutes on Teams).
Behavioural interview focusing on soft skills (60 minutes onsite).