Development Team Lead

hackajob; London; On-site; GBP 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Development Team Lead to guide a talented group of software engineers in the development of cutting-edge products. This role emphasizes leadership, agile methodologies, and collaboration with product teams to enhance product delivery. You will be responsible for fostering a cohesive team environment, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with technical standards. If you have a passion for technology and a commitment to team development, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing software development teams.
• Strong understanding of agile processes and software delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead software engineers and ensure quality in product delivery.
• Collaborate with product teams to meet sprint goals.

Skills

Leadership and management skills

Agile methodologies

Software architecture and design principles

Identity and Access Management (IAM) technologies

Stakeholder management

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Agile tools (e.g., SCRUM, Kanban)

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The Software Development Team Lead is responsible for managing software engineers in the development and maintenance of the OpenAthens products. The role involves working closely with the Product Team and other stakeholders to drive the delivery of key product improvements.

Key responsibilities and deliverables

• Lead software engineers and test automation engineers in the development and maintenance of one or more areas of the OpenAthens product portfolio.
• Work closely with the Product Team, (e.g. Product managers and UX designers) to support the creation and subsequent delivery of product and sprint goals.
• Use agile processes (SCRUM/Kanban) to deliver product changes at pace and with quality. Support and educate teams and implement continuous improvement.
• Ensure teams deliver solutions that comply with agreed architectures and meet agreed technical standards
• Oversee test personnel and testing processes, prioritising automation to drive both quality and efficiency
• Liaise with DevOps, Service and Support teams to ensure the smooth transition of product changes into the live service
• Create a supportive and cohesive team environment
• Facilitate teams towards the continuous improvement of their technical skills and domain knowledge
• Line Manage software developers and testers, including target setting and performance management.
  
  

Experience

• Previous experience of managing software development teams
• Experience working with a product management team in an agile environment
• A record of successfully delivering software projects
  
  

Skills & personal qualities

• Leadership and management skills
• Understanding and application of agile approaches to software development
• Good knowledge of software architecting and design principles
• An understanding of software languages, tools and related technologies
• Understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) technologies and concepts
• Ability to manage and influence multiple stakeholder groups
• A strong commitment to the personal development of team members
• Coaching and mentoring skills

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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