Description:
Software Engineering Lead
Location: Central London (2-3 days a week in office)
Salary: £100,000
We're hiring on behalf of a respected firm seeking a Software Engineering Lead to take ownership of the design, development, and delivery of key software solutions. This role suits a senior engineer with strong leadership capability and a hands-on technical approach.
Role Overview:
You'll lead a team of developers, provide technical direction, and ensure software is scalable, secure, and aligned with business needs. The role blends technical leadership, system design, and team development.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership:
- Lead development, testing, and deployment of software solutions
- Mentor developers and lead code reviews
- Maintain high coding standards and enforce best practices
System Design & Development:
- Gather and define technical requirements
- Architect efficient, maintainable systems
- Oversee the full development lifecycle
- Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability
Requirements:
Essential:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or similar (or equivalent experience)
- Strong skills in JavaScript and Node.js
- Proficient with Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, ElasticSearch
- Experience using Git, JIRA, and design patterns
- 5+ years in software development, including 2+ years in a leadership role
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Nice to Have:
- Experience in financial services or other regulated environments
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities under pressure
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