Technical Lead

Technical Lead

Hybrid with our Tech Hub based in Coimbra

Competitive Salary + Benefits

The Constellation Automotive Group is the largest vertically integrated digital car marketplace in Europe, combining the leading digital brands across the segments of Consumer to Business (C2B), Business to Business (B2B) and Business to Consumer (B2C). Across our digital platforms we exceed £20billion of Gross Merchandises Value (‘GMV’) on an annual basis. This includes market leading brands such as BCA, We Buy Any Car, cinch, Elmo and Marshall.

http://www.constellationtechhub.com/

The Constellation Technology Team provides a group-wide set of Technology Products and Services across the Constellation Automotive Group. We are a central function working across the following domains: Technology Operations, Cyber Security, Product, Engineering, Enterprise Applications, Logistics, Architecture and Portfolio; across the UK and Europe.

Our roles support both a cross section of divisions or could be dedicated to a single division. This provides a unique opportunity to experience a diversity of teams, technology, and businesses across C2B, B2B and B2C. This also provides the possibility to change roles within the Group, and experience new challenges and opportunities. This role is working within our brand-new Coimbra Portugal Tech Hub.

As a Technical Lead, you will be responsible for leading the development of high-quality web/mobile applications. You will lead a team of full stack software engineers and work closely with Product, Engineering and Design teams to create innovative web/mobile solutions that meet our customers’ needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Guiding a team of talented engineers with a mix of encouragement, innovation, and collaboration. You’re not just overseeing; you’re inspiring a team of passionate people, fostering a space where future leaders are molded.
• Ensuring continuous delivery of value to users through efficient development practices and well-coordinated releases.
• Collaborating closely with Design and Product teams to implement visually compelling and intuitive interfaces.
• Aligning the team's work with the product vision and strategic goals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Handling line management duties, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations by setting clear goals and expectations.
• Driving improvements of engineering practices within the team to enhance efficiency, code quality, and user experience. Ensure code quality and maintainability by conducting code reviews, writing tests, and documenting work.
• Staying abreast of the latest development trends and best practices and providing technical leadership to the team.

Skills and Experience:

• Has a proven track record in web/mobile application development, cloud solutions, and understands the nuances of service-oriented and event-driven architectures.
• Strong proficiency in AWS, Serverless, TypeScript, Node.js, React and React Native or similar platforms/paradigms/ languages/frameworks.
• Demonstrable DevOps mindset having taken accountability for the entire lifecycle of a product.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and practices, such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Experience with various forms of automated testing, coupled with a strong understanding of TDD/BDD concepts.
• Experience in peoplemanagement, including hiring,training, and performance management.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide team members.
• Capable problem-solver with the ability to analyse complex issues and develop innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with various stakeholders and to communicate technical information clearly.

Please note that only applications submitted in English will be considered.

Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or disability