easyJet is seeking a Tech Lead to shape the future technology and software engineering for its Integrated Operations and Planning Mission. The role involves leading the technical vision, guiding engineers to deliver high-quality code and modern architectures, and ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, and future-proof.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Technical Lead, or Principle Engineer in large-scale operational or mission-critical systems.
- Strong background in software engineering, with expertise in at least one major development stack.
- Experience designing and delivering cloud-native solutions with strong knowledge of API integration, event-driven architecture, and microservices.
- Strong understanding of DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, observability).
- Strong understanding of scrum and agile ways of working.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to assess trade-offs between time, cost, and technical debt.
- Ability to influence at multiple levels — from engineers to business leaders — by explaining technical concepts in clear, business-relevant terms.
- Experience mentoring and developing engineers, creating high-performing delivery teams.
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Up to 20% bonus
- 25 days holiday
- BAYE, SAYE & Performance share schemes
- 7% pension
- Life Insurance
- Work Away Scheme
- Flexible benefits package
- Excellent staff travel benefits
