Engineering Team Lead

RedRock Resourcing; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology development group is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Team Lead in Cambridgeshire. This role balances hands-on technical work with team leadership, ideal for candidates aiming for a Development Manager position. You will lead a skilled team, oversee software functionality delivery, and ensure quality in production releases.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading C/C++ development teams.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in diverse environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of skilled engineers.
• Oversee design, build, and delivery of new software functionality.
• Manage production releases ensuring quality and stability.

Skills

C/C++

Problem-Solving

Agile

Tools

SQL

Oracle

Linux

Windows

Compilers

Network Development

Job description

Job Description

Senior Software Engineering Team Lead

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Cambridgeshire (Once a week)

Salary: £65,000-£85,000

Key Skills: C/C++, Linux, Windows, Database (SQL/Oracle), Compilers, & Network Development.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking technology development group where you’ll play a key role in delivering innovative product functionality that supports a market-leading HCM solution. The role offers a perfect balance between hands-on technical contribution and team leadership – ideal for someone looking to grow into a Development Manager position.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience leading C/C++ development teams.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate both technical and resource-related challenges.
• Experience working in diverse environments.
• A proactive leader with experience mentoring engineers and driving Agile projects.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and mentor a team of skilled engineers, supporting their professional growth and performance.
• Oversee and contribute to the design, build, and delivery of new software functionality.
• Manage and support production releases, ensuring quality and stability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to execute successful Agile-driven releases.