Software Development Manager Job at Liverpool Football Club (Liverpool)

Software Development Manager

Liverpool Football Club

Location:
United Kingdom , Liverpool

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Liverpool FC team as a Manager, Software Development. This role blends hands-on delivery with technical leadership across the frontend domain. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust frontend solutions, including component development, API and backend integrations, and the accurate implementation of designs. In addition, you will define frontend standards, guide implementation approaches, and ensure consistency and quality across both in-house and third‑party teams.

Job Responsibility:

Lead frontend development across Liverpool FC digital products, working in React/Next.js and Vue/Nuxt as required
Design and deliver robust frontend solutions that integrate effectively with APIs, backend platforms, headless CMS platforms, and third party services
Implement designs from Figma accurately, while identifying and raising technical, performance, or feasibility concerns at an early stage
Set a strong standard for frontend development practices across component design, state management, rendering strategy, and integration with backend systems
Lead frontend input into sprint planning, estimation, and technical refinement, helping shape implementation approaches for upcoming work
Define, maintain, and drive adherence to frontend development standards across Liverpool FC frontend codebases
Establish clear expectations for code quality, maintainability, testing, accessibility, performance, and security across frontend delivery
Guide the adoption of appropriate frontend patterns, tooling, and implementation approaches in line with long-term maintainability and delivery needs
Promote consistency across products where appropriate, while recognising differing product and platform requirements
Identify areas for improvement across frontend architecture, development practice, and developer experience, and lead actions to address them
Lead code review practices for in-house and external partner frontend work, providing clear and constructive feedback and ensuring expected standards are met
Ensure automated testing is embedded in normal frontend delivery, including unit and integration coverage where appropriate
Work with QA to support thorough testing of changes and improve release quality over time
Ensure delivered solutions are maintainable, well structured, and suitable for long-term support
Lead the delivery of frontend solutions with performance and scalability in mind, applying techniques including code splitting, lazy loading, bundle optimisation, caching strategies, and appropriate SSR/SSG approaches
Understand and apply appropriate caching and optimisation strategies for a large-scale global audience, including browser, CDN, and edge caching approaches
Diagnose and resolve frontend performance issues in production, including under high-traffic conditions
Ensure accessibility standards are met across frontend work, in line with WCAG guidelines
Provide day-to-day frontend technical direction to third party development partners as part of a blended delivery model
Review partner-delivered frontend work and challenge implementation where required to ensure alignment with Liverpool FC standards
Communicate clearly around implementation expectations covering architecture, maintainability, testing, performance, accessibility, and security
Drive consistency of frontend development practice across internal and external teams in line with agreed development standards
Contribute to the evaluation and onboarding of new frontend tooling, libraries, or services where required
Share knowledge with other frontend developers and help raise frontend capability across the team over time
Support less experienced developers through guidance, review, and day-to-day technical collaboration
Promote stronger frontend development discipline and knowledge sharing across the wider development group
Work across multiple digital products as required, based on sprint and delivery priorities
Maintain technical documentation for frontend standards, patterns, and owned areas of implementation
Undertake other projects, requests or duties as assigned from time to time by the Development Lead

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Senior Frontend Developer working on complex digital products or platforms
Strong track record of delivering frontend solutions within an Agile product environment, including sprint planning, estimation and technical refinement
Experience defining and maintaining frontend development standards across teams or multiple codebases
Experience providing technical direction and oversight to other developers
Experience working effectively with external development partners or distributed teams
Strong understanding of frontend performance optimisation, including diagnosing and resolving production issues
Solid grasp of accessibility standards (WCAG) and their practical application
Understanding of GDPR and data privacy considerations as they relate to frontend development
Excellent communication skills when working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Familiarity with tools such as Jira and Confluence
Strong hands-on experience with React and Next.js, including SSR and headless CMS integrations
Solid working knowledge of Vue.js and Nuxt
Strong JavaScript and TypeScript skills
Strong command of modern CSS, including responsive layouts, animation and component-level styling
Sharp eye for visual detail and accurate implementation from design
Experience integrating frontend applications with REST and GraphQL APIs
Experience working with headless CMS platforms (ideally Contentful)
Experience writing automated unit and integration tests
Understanding of frontend build tooling, CI/CD pipelines, environment management, caching strategies, and CDN behaviour
Familiarity with GitHub for version control and code management

What we offer:

Competitive salary
25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays and the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days)
Contributory pension scheme matching up to 5.5%
Life Assurance Cover
Free financial guidance and mortgage advice
Car salary sacrifice scheme for affordable driving
Cycle to Work scheme to keep you active
Purchase season ticket loans for easier commuting
Exclusive shopping discounts & cashback with top retailers
Will Writing Service for future planning
Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support
Medicash Health Cash Plan for everyday healthcare needs
Volunteering opportunities to give back to the community
Special LFC perks – retail discounts, partner offers, free LFCTV GO access, and priority tickets for matches, events & concerts

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Expiration:
May 18, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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