Development Lead

Trades Workforce Solutions; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking software consultancy is seeking a Team Leader to guide technical decisions and support a web development team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in JavaScript, PHP, and React, alongside strong client communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary between £60,000 and £75,000, with a hybrid working model and various perks including a monthly bonus and learning time. If you're passionate about mentorship and driving quality in development, this could be the perfect fit.

Benefits

Monthly performance-related bonus

Flexible hybrid working

10% dedicated time for learning & development

Private medical

Share scheme

Buy/sell holiday

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hands-on web development using JavaScript, PHP, and React.
• Strong technical insight and ability to evaluate existing systems quickly.
• Experience working on large-scale applications focused on reliability and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead client calls and meetings to build trust through technical insight.
• Stay hands-on with development to keep skills sharp and relevant.
• Mentor and support team members in their career progression.

Skills

JavaScript

PHP

React

Git

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

Join Propel Tech as a Team Leader and become a trusted technical voice for our clients. You'll use your expertise to guide technical decisions, suggest improvements, and build confidence in how we deliver. Alongside this, you'll support a talented web team and help drive quality and performance across the board.

Why Propel Tech?

We’re a friendly, forward‑thinking software consultancy that thrives on solving complex challenges for our clients.

You’ll be part of a supportive team where knowledge sharing is second nature, and your contribution genuinely makes a difference.

What we offer

• £60,000 – £75,000 salary, depending on experience
• Monthly performance‑related bonus opportunities
• Flexible hybrid working – work where you’re most effective, with typically just two in‑office days required per month
• 10% of your time dedicated to learning & development
• Perks & benefits including private medical, share scheme, buy/sell holiday, and more

About the Web Team

Our web team specializes in designing, building and maintaining bespoke web applications for a range of clients. Whether we’re starting from scratch or enhancing existing systems, we focus on creating efficient, user‑friendly solutions that solve real problems.

We work across a mix of technologies including JavaScript, PHP, and React, and take a software‑agnostic approach; we choose the right tools for the job, not just the familiar ones. The team thrives on collaboration, sharing knowledge, and doing things the right way, even when it’s not the easiest path.

What you'll do

• Take the lead in client calls and meetings, building trust through technical insight and clear, confident communication
• Understand client systems in depth and make proactive suggestions to improve performance, reliability, and value
• Stay hands on with development work to keep your skills sharp and relevant
• Contribute to presales activity; meeting with potential clients, scoping solutions, and helping to shape proposals
• Work in close partnership with a dedicated Project Manager to plan, prioritise and deliver client work effectively
• Lead and support a team of developers, creating an environment that encourages collaboration and problem solving
• Provide regular feedback to team members through mentoring, one‑to‑ones and code reviews
• Guide team members in their career progression, supporting learning goals and contributing to managing performance
• Set and uphold high standards in code quality, system performance, and maintainability
• Use your L&D time to explore new technologies; including tools like AI, and assess their potential value to the business

"We’re looking for someone who’s technically strong and confident working with clients; someone who can earn trust quickly by understanding their systems and making smart, proactive suggestions. If you’re also passionate about supporting a team and driving quality, we’d love to hear from you." – Wil Jones, Technical Director

What you'll bring

• Proven experience in hands‑on web development using JavaScript, PHP, and React
• Strong technical insight and the ability to quickly understand and evaluate existing systems
• Experience working on large‑scale, business‑critical applications where reliability, performance, and security are key
• Confidence in leading client discussions, explaining technical options, and suggesting improvements
• Experience mentoring or leading others in a technical environment
• A focus on code quality, system performance, and continuous improvement
• Proficiency with Git and experience working within Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work across multiple projects and clients
• Experience in a consultancy environment (desirable)
• Familiarity with cloud technologies, especially AWS (desirable)

Not actively job hunting?

No problem, if this role sounds like it could be a fit but you’re not sure whether you’re ready to apply, feel free to get in touch to arrange an informal chat. You can contact us via our careers site chat function or by emailing [e-mail].

Our process3>

We aim to respond to all applications within 5 working days. The process typically includes an initial video interview, a technical exercise, and a final stage in person interview at our Wakefield office.

A note on inclusion

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you don’t meet every requirement but feel this could be the right next step, we encourage you to apply. We value potential just as much as experience.

Please note: No further agency support is required for this vacancy.

Department

Software Development

Role

Team Leader (PHP)

Locations

Wakefield

Remote status

Hybrid

Yearly salary

60,000 - 75,000

Employment type

Full‑time