Lead Backend Engineer - C++ | AI-Powered & Hybrid

ASSA ABLOY Group

Metropolitan Borough of Solihull

Hybrid

GBP 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary commensurate with experience

Flexible hours

Hybrid work in Solihull

Company pension scheme

Time for personal projects

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Group in Solihull, UK is seeking a Lead Backend Engineer to drive backend development for biometric access control solutions. You will lead a skilled team, collaborate with product and frontend teams, and shape scalable APIs while integrating AI-powered features.

The role is hybrid, requiring collaboration with R&D in a modern office environment. A strong background in C++, AI tooling, and scalable system design is essential for success.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Strong proficiency in C++, including STL, algorithms and standard library.
Experience with AI/ML-powered solutions and familiarity with LLMs and AI tooling.

Responsibilities

Lead backend development of secure, scalable systems powering our biometric access/control solutions.
Collaborate with frontend engineers and Product team to deliver high-quality APIs and services.
Define technical requirements and oversee backend design and implementation.
Lead sprint planning, reviews, and ensure timely delivery with QA collaboration.
Evaluate AI capabilities and promote best practices across the team.

Skills

C++

AI/ML

Leadership

Problem-solving

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

The role is hybrid, requiring collaboration with R&D in a modern office environment. A strong background in C++, AI tooling, and scalable system design is essential for success.

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