Development Team Lead

eTeam; Greater London; Hybrid; USD 80,299 - 127,141; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Development Lead to spearhead a complex data transformation program. This role requires a seasoned Full-Stack Developer with strong expertise in Python, SQL, and AWS Data Services, alongside leadership skills to mentor a dynamic team. You will engage regularly with stakeholders, influence technical designs, and ensure compliance with security and data protection policies. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive innovation and achieve strategic goals within a supportive environment, making a significant impact in the IT Services sector. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Experienced Full-Stack Developer with expertise in Python and SQL.
• Proficient in delivering data products in secure environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development team for complex data transformation programs.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure code quality meets best practices.

Skills

Python

SQL

AWS Data Services

Kubernetes

Kafka

Microservices

Data Protection Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Job description

This range is provided by eTeam. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you.

Job Title: Development Lead

Clearance required: SC Mandatory

Location: Croydon, London

Hybrid 15% - Be present in the office around 2-3 days per month.

Sector: Public

Job Description:

• Lead the development team for complex data transformation program.
• Regular engagement and reporting back to the DSA Engineering Lead.
• Enact the DSA engineering lead’s direction to help achieve DSA’s goals and timelines.
• Advise and influence client on goals and direction as well as strategic forward look for a sustainable solution, minimizing technical debt where possible.

Key Technical Skills:

• Experienced Full-Stack Senior Developer with expertise in Python, SQL, AWS Data Services, Kubernetes, Kafka, and related technologies.
• Proficient in delivering data products within secure environments.
• Skilled in building and maintaining microservices based on approved designs.
• Ensures compliance with security, data protection, and data-handling policies and regulations.
• Collaborates with Architects to influence the technical design of data platforms and products, considering scalability, performance, and innovation.
• Experience in developing for data platforms is preferred.

Leadership:

• Proven track record of driving a pipeline of products into production.
• Ability to mentor and motivate junior team members, fostering a high-velocity mindset.
• Ensures code quality meets industry and organizational best practices and standards.
• Leads root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts within the team.
• Guides and coaches team members to resolve their own blockers.
• Manages dependencies with external suppliers and infrastructure teams.
• Demonstrates excellent stakeholder and customer management skills.

If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often shortlisted within 48 hours.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting