Lead Software Developer

TN United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established and expanding construction software company is looking for a Lead Developer to guide a small, dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to influence the future of a leading asset management platform while mentoring junior developers and engaging directly with clients. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, you will lead the design and development of secure, scalable solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in a thriving SaaS environment, this could be your perfect move.

Benefits

8% company pension contribution

25 days holiday + bank holidays

full support, training, and onboarding

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in software development.
• Proven hands-on experience in .NET and exposure to React, Java, Angular.
• Strong architectural and design pattern knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Leading and mentoring a small development team.
• Designing and developing scalable, secure, and maintainable code.
• Managing project timelines and aligning technical work with business goals.

Skills

.NET

React

Java

Angular

SQL databases

APIs

cloud platforms (Azure/AWS)

leadership skills

communication skills

Job description

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• Are you a Lead Developer ready for your next step, or an experienced Software Engineer looking to lead a small but impactful team?
• Do you live locally, Lancashire &/or, Liverpool region - and want a Hybrid Dev' Leadership role
• We can OFFER a salary range from £40,000 to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits
• Do you lik e mentoring junior developers and don't mind speaking with customers

This could be your perfect move.

We’re recruiting on behalf of an established and expanding construction software company, known for its flagship asset management and compliance platform tailored to the construction industry. As the team grows, they’re looking for a Software Development Team Leader who’s not only technically skilled but thrives in a hands-on, collaborative, and customer-facing environment.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Make a real impact on the future roadmap of an industry-leading product

Shape technical direction and lead architecture decisions

Mentor a tight-knit Dev team (currently 4 people), while staying hands-on

Work directly with clients and consultants, gathering real-world requirements

Enjoy variety—development, leadership, and customer engagement

What You’ll Be Doing:

Leading and mentoring a small development team

Designing and developing scalable, secure, and maintainable code

Partnering with the Functional Consultant and Implementation team for smooth product rollouts

Managing project timelines and aligning technical work with business goals

Enforcing coding standards and Agile best practices

Troubleshooting and optimising system performance

Staying on top of tech trends and promoting innovation within the team

What You’ll Bring:

5+ years’ experience in software development

Proven hands-on experience in .NET, with exposure to React, Java, Angular, or

Strong architectural and design pattern knowledge

Experience with SQL databases, APIs, and ideally cloud platforms (Azure/AWS)

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Customer-facing experience and the ability to translate requirements into technical solutions

A proactive, solutions-first mindset

Nice to Have:

Prior experience in a leadership/mentoring role

Exposure to Agile methodologies

Experience with cloud architecture and DevOps practices

Ongoing training in leading-edge technologies

A genuinely caring, close-knit team culture

Be instrumental in shaping the product's future

8% company pension contribution

25 days holiday + bank holidays

You’ll receive full support, training, and onboarding to help you get up to speed with the product and company processes. If you're excited to lead, grow, and make a real impact in a thriving SaaS environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat.