Engineering Lead

In this Engineering Lead role, you guide the Azure-based integration program within Atlas, a core WPP platform, blending hands-on tech with people leadership. You drive scalable, secure enterprise integrations and set engineering standards across teams. You partner with Product, Architecture and Delivery to turn requirements into robust solutions that scale for internal and client initiatives. This role offers impact at scale in a collaborative, innovative culture with a focus on transformation and growth.

• hybrid work model (office ~4 days per week)
• opportunity to work at scale
• challenging and stimulating work
• inclusive, collaborative culture
• flexible accommodations during interview process
• equal opportunity employer

• Design and deliver Azure-based applications and integrations that are scalable, secure, and standards-aligned
• Serve as technical lead for Azure API Management and integration services across Atlas
• Champion engineering best practices: SDLC, CI/CD, code quality, testing, automation, AI-assisted coding, continuous improvement
• Mentor and develop engineers to foster a high-performing, collaborative team
• Collaborate with Product, Architecture and delivery teams to translate requirements into robust solutions
• Drive technical decision-making, manage risks, and ensure successful delivery across multiple initiatives
• Deliver multiple high-profile, concurrent integration projects for internal and client initiatives

• Experience designing and delivering solutions on Microsoft Azure
• Expertise in Azure serverless and integration technologies (API Management, Logic Apps, Function Apps, Event Grid)
• Proficiency in Python and/or Node.js
• Experience with containerisation
• Experience with modern front-end frameworks (Vue.js or React)
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (MongoDB)
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and Domain-Driven Design
• Git-based development practices and workflows
• CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and YAML

• Collaborative and inclusive mindset
• Mentoring and coaching capability
• Open-mindedness and adaptability
• Azure, API Management, Logic Apps, Function Apps, Event Grid
• Python
• Node.js