Job Description

About Us

Loopla is a London-based family events platform helping parents discover the best things to do with their kids -- from baby classes to theatre shows and big days out. We're a small, dynamic team building a web-based events platform and management system that connects families and organisers quickly and easily.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced and hands-on

Technical Lead

to guide a small team of full-stack engineers in building and maintaining a complex events platform. You'll play a key role in shaping the company's future and making a real impact on families across London.

As Technical Lead, you'll oversee the planning, development, and delivery of projects -- ensuring they're well-executed, high-quality, and released on time. You'll foster a supportive team culture, empowering engineers to take ownership and deliver their best work.

The role suits someone who enjoys both coding and leadership, can explain technical ideas clearly to non-technical colleagues, and keeps projects running smoothly from concept to release.

This is a hybrid role, with 3 days per week in our Euston office and 2 days remote.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who has both strong technical abilities and leadership qualities that reflect our company values. This includes:

Technical Proficiency:

Strong full-stack experience in Node.js, React, and MongoDB.

Project Management:

Proven ability to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within budget.

Leadership:

A natural leader who inspires, motivates, and fosters collaboration within a team.

Communication:

Able to explain complex technical topics simply, outline options, and provide accurate delivery estimates.

Quality Focus:

Meticulous individual, committed to high coding standards and best practices.

Driven and Positive:

Proactive problem-solver with a strong work ethic and a dedication to the company's success.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and guidance to the development team. Architect and develop new features for our web platform. Ensure smooth operation and optimal performance of the platform. Plan and manage sprints to deliver high-quality work on time. Troubleshoot and resolve bugs or technical issues quickly. Promote best practices in software development and agile methodologies. Communicate technical decisions and trade-offs clearly to non-technical managers. Provide accurate timelines and offer creative, practical solutions. Mentor and motivate developers, creating a positive, collaborative team culture.

Technical Stack

Backend:

JavaScript, Node.js, PHP, MVC

Frontend:

React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, JQuery

Database:

MySQL, MongoDB

Other:

GIT, Docker, Scrum (or other Agile methodologies)

Optional Experience

GCP, AWS, IaC, React Native, TDD/BDD

Experience

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent 5+ years of experience in full-stack software development 5+ years of experience working with Node.js and React Proven experience in a technical leadership role Experience implementing agile principles and practices Excellent organisational and communication skills High level of English language proficiency

Benefits

Competitive salary Performance bonus of up to 10% of your salary Gym membership Additional day of paid leave for every year in the company

How to Apply

To fast-track your application, please apply via our brief Google Questionnaire here: https://forms.gle/MK7ENXfTDez94dPS6

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 60,000.00-80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free fitness classes Relocation assistance UK visa sponsorship
Ability to commute/relocate:

London NW1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Node.js: 5 years (required) React: 5 years (required) Project leadership: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London NW1