Lead Developer

Scottlogic; Newcastle City Council; Hybrid; AUD 132,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Family leave policies

Employer pension scheme

Group Life Assurance

Discount gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

Scott Logic is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for a hands-on, client-facing role. You will work in small, multidisciplinary teams across the full development life cycle, mentoring colleagues, advising clients, and taking ownership of significant pieces of work.

We value problem-solving, pragmatic design of maintainable systems, and strong collaborative communication. Flexible remote working is paired with office collaboration and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in Python, Java, C#/.NET, or JavaScript/TypeScript in production systems.
• Ability to design and build well-structured, maintainable software.
• Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset.
• Willingness to mentor colleagues and take ownership of significant work.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on, client-facing role across full development lifecycle.
• Work in small, multidisciplinary teams to solve complex software problems.
• Mentor colleagues, advise clients, and own substantial components of the system.

Skills

Python

Java

C#/.NET

JavaScript/TypeScript

Job description

Lead Software Engineer

We work with some of the UK’s biggest companies and government departments to provide a pragmatic approach to technology, delivering bespoke software solutions and expert advice.

This is a hands‑on, client‑facing role, offering the opportunity to be involved in the full development life cycle. You’ll typically work in small, tight‑knit multidisciplinary teams, solving tough software problems. You’ll have the opportunity to further develop your career mentoring colleagues, advising our clients, and taking ownership of significant pieces of work.

We’re looking for passionate, proactive technologists. We are technology agnostic and use the right language, tooling and frameworks for the job. That means we’re open‑minded when it comes to your existing skillset, but we value the following:

• Good experience in at least one of Python, Java, C#/.NET, JavaScript or TypeScript, and their associated ecosystems.
• You’re a problem‑solver, pragmatically exploring options and finding effective solutions.
• An understanding of how to design and build well‑structured, maintainable systems.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to work.
• You embrace the chance to try new things, learn new skills and grow your experience.

• 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days with each year of service.
• Generous family leave policies.
• Access to an employer pension scheme, and Group Life Assurance.
• A range of optional benefits such as discounted gym membership and a cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• A meaningful approach to evaluating your performance and providing feedback on your progress.

At Scott Logic, we value the flexibility of remote working alongside the value gained from spending time with our colleagues and clients. In our offices you’ll find employee‑led clubs and events, as well as free games, books, and refreshments.

We have shared values that govern our behaviour toward others and the environment. We are proud to be a B Corp, a global movement of businesses driving for a more inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy.

We believe diversity drives innovation, and embrace a culture where everyone can contribute, irrespective of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.