Lead Software Developer

Spectrum IT Recruitment; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global Cloud Technology company in Bracknell is seeking a Lead Software Developer to oversee software engineering projects. The role involves hands-on coding, team leadership, and designing software architecture. Ideal candidates will have a STEM degree and experience with C#, SQL, and Agile methodologies. This position offers a hybrid working model with flexibility.

Qualifications

• Experience leading software development teams.
• Strong hands-on coding skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee software development projects.
• Design software architecture.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

C#

React

SQL

Agile

Education

Degree in STEM

Tools

Git

.NET

NoSQL

xUnit

Cypress

Selenium

Jest

SoapUI

Job description

Lead Software Developer required by a leading global Cloud Technology company based in Bracknell. The company is working on cutting-edge technology including AI and propensity modelling. The Lead Software Developer will be responsible for the software engineering output of the team.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead and oversee software development projects.
2. Write code when necessary, demonstrating strong hands-on coding skills.
3. Design software architecture.
4. Collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Degree in STEM subject from a Russell Group or Red Brick University.
• Experience leading software development teams.
• Knowledge of C# or React.
• Strong experience with SQL.
• Experience with source control, ideally Git.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Hands-on coding experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with the latest versions of .NET.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases.
• Experience with test tools such as xUnit, Cypress, Selenium, Jest, SoapUI.

Additional Information:

This role offers a hybrid working model: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. The company is open to considering Senior Developers looking to step into a leadership role.