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Job details

Salary up to 95,000 per annum
LocationManchester
Discipline Digital Technology
Reference022522
We're looking for an experienced Technical Lead to own and drive our Android and iOS strategy. Our apps already see tens of thousands of sessions every day and hundreds of thousands of checkouts each month--your leadership will keep that growth on track. We're modernising our entire mobile stack, exploring Kotlin Multiplatform, and lining up major product releases. As a Technical Leader, you will own our technical strategy across the mobile app squad and drive technical excellence, guiding the teams to deliver great apps and customer experiences.

What you'll be responsible for?

Own the mobile architecture - shape clear patterns for Android and iOS, oversee build and release processes, and align both platforms under a shared technical vision. Raise engineering standards - run concise design/code reviews, establish guardrails, and sign off on high-impact decisions. Drive performance and quality - lead deep-dive spikes, refactors, and proof-of-concepts that improve speed, stability, and user experience. Develop other engineers - mentor, coach, and create growth paths that lift capability across the squads. Streamline delivery - champion shared libraries, design-system components, and efficient CI/CD so teams ship high-quality features faster. Collaborate widely - work with Product, Design, Security, and Data to balance requirements whilst still maintaining excellence

What skills and experience will you have?

Expert-level skill in at least one mobile platform (Android or iOS). Strong knowledge of Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) concepts and trade-offs. A proven history of making technical solutions that produced measurable outcomes. Clear communication--able to explain complex trade-offs to stakeholders at any level. Hands-off on routine delivery, hands-on for the highest-value technical work. Hands-on delivery experience with both Android and iOS. Strong knowledge of GraphQL, Node.js/TypeScript back ends, and automated pipelines.

What's in it for you?

Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office at a minimum) 24 days holiday (+ 8 bank holidays) Annual bonus scheme Enhanced maternity and adoption leave Company pension with up to 8% N Brown contribution Mental Health support both internally and externally, including access to our wellbeing champions and counselling services A range of financial wellbeing support Colleague discount across all N Brown brands Onsite cafe with subsidised rates and local restaurant discounts! Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance Paid volunteer time - all our colleagues can take a full day paid to volunteer for a charity of their choice

N Brown - who we are and why work for us?

At N Brown, we're committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment that values equality for all. Our vision is that by 'championing inclusion, we'll become the most loved and trusted fashion retailer'. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging are, therefore, at the heart of our culture.


We're a forward-thinking digital retailer with a financial services proposition to be proud of. We're customer-obsessed, serving them through three core brands: JD Williams, Simply Be, and Jacamo. We're experienced, with over 160 years of trading under our belt. We're inclusive, as we believe in fashion without boundaries; and we're sustainable, striving to make as little impact on the planet as possible.


In May 2024 we were delighted to be named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. We work hard to create a happy and inclusive culture for everyone and we're so proud to have made this list - as voted for by our very own colleagues!

Ways of Working

We offer hybrid working which varies across the business depending on the role you're in. Our Head Office is located in the Northern Quarter in Manchester City Centre. So if you are travelling by train, tram or bus we're perfectly located, plus we're surrounded by cool cafes, trendy bars and the best places to eat!


Our working hours are 36.17 per week and our core working hours are between 10am - 4pm. Given we don't have strict working hours you can find the working pattern that's right for you.

Our promise to you:

We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

What happens when you apply to a role at N Brown?

As soon as we receive your application, we'll send you an email to let you know. We always aim to come back to you as soon as possible with an update and we really appreciate you taking the time to apply for a role with us. Good luck!