Lead Developer

Cooper Lomaz; Norfolk Island; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first working environment

Flexible working hours

Pension

Healthcare

Opportunity to shape development function

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

A growing SaaS business is seeking a Lead Developer to manage a team and contribute to software development. This role involves mentoring 5–8 developers while remaining hands-on in projects. Candidates should have strong experience in C#, .NET, SQL, and front-end technologies like JavaScript and TypeScript. The position is remote with weekly meet-ups in Norwich and offers flexibility. It's an opportunity to influence the team's direction and contribute to innovative product development.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with C#, .NET, SQL.
• Solid front-end experience with JavaScript / TypeScript.
• Proven experience leading or mentoring development teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 5–8 developers.
• Remain hands-on, contributing to high-quality software.
• Work closely with stakeholders to interpret requirements.

Skills

C#

.NET

SQL

JavaScript

TypeScript

Agile methodologies

Software architecture

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Lead Developer – Full Stack

Norwich (Remote with weekly meet-ups – must be locally based)
Salary: (DOE)

An experienced, hands‑on Lead Developer is required to join a growing UK and soon to be Norfolk based SaaS business. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior engineer who enjoys leading from the front—remaining actively involved in development while managing and mentoring a team of 5–8 developers.

You will play a key role in shaping the future of the development function as the team continues to scale. The business is evolving its structure, creating a balance between a core team focused on maintaining and enhancing existing platforms, alongside a new innovation‑focused team driving forward new product development and ideas.

This role offers genuine influence over technical direction, team structure, and best practice within a collaborative, agile environment.

The Role

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 5–8 developers, supporting their growth and delivery
• Remain hands‑on, contributing to the design, development, and delivery of high‑quality software
• Help shape and scale the development team structure, supporting both maintenance and innovation streams
• Work closely with stakeholders to interpret requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Champion clean, maintainable code and modern development practices
• Support agile processes, sprint planning, and continuous improvement
• Contribute to architectural decisions and integration platform development

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong hands‑on experience with C#, .NET, SQL
• Solid front‑end experience with JavaScript / TypeScript
• Proven experience leading or mentoring development teams
• Experience working in Agile environments
• Strong understanding of software architecture and best practices
• Ability to balance hands‑on coding with team leadership responsibilities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Passion for building high‑quality, user‑focused software

Location Requirements

• Must be based within a commutable distance of Norfolk
• Currently remote, with Norwich meet‑ups once per week
• Flexibility required as office presence may increase over time depending on business needs

What the Business Offers

• Remote‑first working environment
• Flexible working hours
• Pension
• Healthcare
• A genuine opportunity to shape a growing development function
• Clear progression as the team and business continue to scale