Technology Lead :WPP OPEN

Overview
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.Our people are the key to our success. We\''re committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.
What you\''ll be doing
Ensure code quality and enforce adherence to established engineering standards across the team
Oversee and participate in code reviews, delivering constructive feedback to support continuous improvement
Delegate tasks, track progress, and provide mentorship to team members to facilitate professional growth
Lead regular team meetings, cultivating open and effective communication
Identify and implement process enhancements to drive efficiency and resolve operational challenges
Serve as the primary point of contact for the team’s daily activities and facilitate collaboration with other functions
Provide architectural leadership, designing and validating technical solutions that meet both current and future needs
Lead the development and evolution of system architecture, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices
Collaborate extensively with other teams and stakeholders to coordinate dependencies, share knowledge, and drive integrated solutions
Maintain comprehensive oversight of all technical aspects within their remit, serving as the primary source of information for both current state and future direction
Engage with product management early in the development process to ensure technical feasibility and alignment with business value
Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences, confidently presenting plans and responding to roadmap inquiries
Balance technical rigor with pragmatic decision-making, adapting solutions to meet business priorities when necessary
Mentor engineers, fostering technical growth and promoting high standards across the team
Desired Skills and Experience
Demonstrated excellence in software architecture and technical leadership
Broad experience across multiple domains (e.g., front-end, back-end, DevOps, SRE, QA)
Experience with cloud platforms and microservice architectures
Proficiency with relational and non-relational databases
Experience in agile methodologies
Proven ability to lead cross-team initiatives and drive collaborative outcomes
Strong business acumen and ability to align technical strategy with organizational objectives
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging diverse audiences
Experience in enterprise software development (nice to have)
Experience with Python or other backend languages
Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) (nice to have)
Experience with Kubernetes (nice to have)
Experience with emerging AI technologies (nice to have)
Who you areYou''re open:
We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
You''re optimistic:
We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures for our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
You''re extraordinary:
We are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
What we''ll give youPassionate, inspired people
– We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
Scale and opportunity
– We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
Challenging and stimulating work
– Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?
Hybrid work
– We believe the best work happens when we\''re together; we’ve adopted a hybrid approach with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
Equal opportunity
– WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
Equal OpportunitiesWPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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