Paul Nunnerley smiling while hiking through greenery

Paul Nunnerley

Engineering leader based in the United Kingdom, currently partnering with software teams at Auto Trader UK.

15+ years supporting product engineers, platforms, and marketplace growth.

Writing

  • Riding Up Werneth Lowe: A Local Reset Above Stockport

    A steady ride to the top of Werneth Lowe reminded me why small local climbs matter—clear head, honest effort, and a better perspective for the week ahead.

  • Semantic Layers: Beyond YAML

    Reflections on the evolution of semantic layers, their role in analytics, and our journey building a Python-powered, Ibis-driven solution at Auto Trader UK.

  • The Inside Job: Designing Products for Your Own Colleagues

    Building internal tools isn't just about software; it's about service design. Paul Nunnereley and Maggie Mugs discuss the unique rewards of the 'closed feedback loop' and why the best internal product strategy often involves not building a product at all.

  • The Tech Lead Leap: It’s Not Just a Promotion, It’s a Career Change

    Moving from developer to Tech Lead isn't just a step up—it's a fundamental shift in identity. Paul Nunnereley shares insights on moving from code to collectives, enabling decisions, and navigating the 'people' side of engineering.

Experience

  • Auto Trader UK

    Leading the development of customer experience and data driven products at the UK’s largest automotive marketplace.

  • PayPal @ San Francisco

    Supporting payment methods and marketplace integrations

  • Thoughtworks

    Tech lead for sales systems and internal tools