Head of Platform Engineering - Backend & Scale

Bauer Media Group is seeking a Head of Platform Development to lead our core backend platforms powering our consumer products across audio streaming, web and mobile. You will inherit a team of around 20 engineers, shaping direction, operating model and long-term capability of the function.

The role requires strong backend leadership, cloud-native experience, and Agile delivery in a media environment. Hybrid pattern with 1-2 days in Manchester strengthens collaboration across product and