Engineering Manager – Backend (Stores Fulfilment)

About the role At 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 you Hybrid working We 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 benefits Tesco 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 performance • Permanent contract from the go – as a sign of our trust in your abilities • Tax-deductible expenses (IP) • Private healthcare (LuxMed) • Cafeteria & Multisport • Additional 4 days of paid leave to support your well-being and family life • Increase in annual leave (from 20 to 25 days) for those not yet eligible for the full holiday entitlement • Learning opportunities – certified technical training and a learning platform (Udemy) • Back-to-school day – 1 day off for parents of primary school children • Fertility leave – up to 2 weeks of paid leave for IVF treatment • Sports activities with a personal trainer in the office • Referral bonus • MacBook as your work tool If that sounds exciting, then we'd love to hear from you. You will be responsible for In this role you will: • Conduct performance assessments, provide feedback, and guide career development for team members • Mentor the development team, ensuring the implementation of best practices, design principles, and coding standards • Ensure processes and standards that enable high-quality software delivery • Communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, shaping technical strategy and roadmap • Define project scopes, timelines, and ensure alignment with business goals • Monitor project progress, mitigate risks, and maintain alignment with enterprise standards • Foster innovation and explore new tools/methodologies • Inspire the team to deliver clean, efficient code based on industry standards • Create comprehensive technical documentation • Implement security tools (e.g., SonarQube, Snyk) and oversee adherence to security best practices • Manage application performance and asset monitoring (e.g., Splunk, New Relic) for seamless operation You will need Technical Skills: • Experience in delivering Java 17 (or any other JVM language) based software solutions using frameworks like Spring Boot, Spring WebFlux, Kotlin, etc • Proficiency with test suites like Junit, Mockito, and Wire mock • Experience and familiarity with Public Cloud platforms such as Azure • Strong knowledge of software and architectural design patterns • Comfortable with DevOps practices involving configuration management, CI/CD pipelines, IaaC, deployment patterns, etc • Proficiency in containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes. • Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies Personal Skills: • A minimum of 2-3 years of hands-on experience managing software development teams of 6-8 people • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders • Proven success in building, developing, and leading high-performance software engineering teams • Experience in hiring, retaining, and developing engineers, ensuring growth opportunities and maintaining motivation • Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challenges • Passion for staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologies Unsure if you fit all the criteria? Apply and give us the chance to evaluate your potential – you could be the perfect fit! About us Our 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 – YouTube What our colleagues like the most at Tesco: • We develop our own products • We make an impact; large scale of operation • Accountability and respect are given to us • We cooperate and support each other • There are great colleagues who are divided into small teams here • We can develop and learn new things Discover how our colleagues shape Tesco’s tomorrow.