Engineering Manager – Backend (Stores Fulfilment)

About the roleAt Tesco, we're not just a retail giant; we're the UK’s largest private employer and a global retail leader. We are on a mission to enhance our colleagues' daily work experience, creating exceptional propositions. This program aims to introduce innovative systems that empower our colleagues.We are actively seeking a dynamic Software Development Manager to lead our engineering team in delivering cutting-edge, cloud-based solutions for Tesco Retail's Workforce Management.The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, outstanding leadership skills, and a passion for fostering innovation. Your role will be crucial in ensuring project success, effective stakeholder communication, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. In our fast-paced, agile environment, your focus on quality, security, and user impact will be key.What is in it for youHybrid workingWe know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Tesco, we always welcome chats about different flexible working options. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.This role requires you to be based in or near Kraków, as you will spend 60% (3 days) of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely.Our benefitsTesco is a diverse and exciting employer, dedicated to being #aplacetogeton, providing career-defining opportunities to all of our colleagues. If you choose to join our business, we will provide you with:Up to 20% yearly salary bonus – based on both individual and business performancePermanent contract from the go – as a sign of our trust in your abilitiesTax-deductible expenses (IP)Private healthcare (LuxMed)Cafeteria & MultisportAdditional 4 days of paid leave to support your well-being and family lifeIncrease in annual leave (from 20 to 25 days) for those not yet eligible for the full holiday entitlementLearning opportunities – certified technical training and a learning platform (Udemy)Back-to-school day – 1 day off for parents of primary school childrenFertility leave – up to 2 weeks of paid leave for IVF treatmentSports activities with a personal trainer in the officeReferral bonusMacBook as your work toolIf that sounds exciting, then we'd love to hear from you.You will be responsible forIn this role you will:Conduct performance assessments, provide feedback, and guide career development for team membersMentor the development team, ensuring the implementation of best practices, design principles, and coding standardsEnsure processes and standards that enable high-quality software deliveryCommunicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholdersCollaborate with cross-functional teams, shaping technical strategy and roadmapDefine project scopes, timelines, and ensure alignment with business goalsMonitor project progress, mitigate risks, and maintain alignment with enterprise standardsFoster innovation and explore new tools/methodologiesInspire the team to deliver clean, efficient code based on industry standardsCreate comprehensive technical documentationImplement security tools (e.g., SonarQube, Snyk) and oversee adherence to security best practicesManage application performance and asset monitoring (e.g., Splunk, New Relic) for seamless operationYou will needTechnical Skills:Experience in delivering Java 17 (or any other JVM language) based software solutions using frameworks like Spring Boot, Spring WebFlux, Kotlin, etcProficiency with test suites like Junit, Mockito, and Wire mockExperience and familiarity with Public Cloud platforms such as AzureStrong knowledge of software and architectural design patternsComfortable with DevOps practices involving configuration management, CI/CD pipelines, IaaC, deployment patterns, etcProficiency in containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologiesPersonal Skills:A minimum of 2-3 years of hands-on experience managing software development teams of 6-8 peopleStrong interpersonal and communication skills, engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersProven success in building, developing, and leading high-performance software engineering teamsExperience in hiring, retaining, and developing engineers, ensuring growth opportunities and maintaining motivationExcellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challengesPassion for staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologiesUnsure if you fit all the criteria? Apply and give us the chance to evaluate your potential – you could be the perfect fit!About usOur colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues.At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you.Tesco is committed to celebrating diversity and everyone is welcome at Tesco. As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process, allowing candidates the opportunity to thrive and inform us of any reasonable adjustments they may require.Want to get to know us better? Watch our team talk about our culture – YouTubeWhat our colleagues like the most at Tesco:We develop our own productsWe make an impact; large scale of operationAccountability and respect are given to usWe cooperate and support each otherThere are great colleagues who are divided into small teams hereWe can develop and learn new thingsDiscover how our colleagues shape Tesco’s tomorrow.