Lead Software Engineer

BIOMETRIC TALENT; Baildon; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in smart heat network solutions is seeking a Lead Software Engineer. In this remote-first role, with one day onsite every two weeks, you will lead a delivery stream within a dynamic engineering team. Your responsibilities will include ensuring technical quality and communication with stakeholders while guiding day-to-day delivery. With a salary of up to £85,000, this role invites you to shape energy-efficient solutions and enhance team resilience through knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading engineering teams without direct line management responsibilities.
• Ability to guide day-to-day delivery and coordinate between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record in delivering quality technical output.

Responsibilities

• Lead one of two product/engineering streams within the team.
• Ensure technical quality and strong communication with stakeholders.
• Promote knowledge sharing by rotating between streams every 2-3 months.

Skills

Technical leadership

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Job description

Permanent

Location : Remote First - 1 day a fortnight onsite in Shipley.

Salary : up to £85,000

Industry : Utilities

About the Client

Our client are a leading UK provider of smart, sustainable heat-network solutions, specialising in end-to-end services for local authorities, housing associations, and private developers. With decades of experience, their expertise ranges from design and build through to operation, metering, billing, and optimisation. Their mission centres on driving energy efficiency, reducing carbon, and delivering reliable, affordable heat for residents.

How youll spend your day

As a Lead Software Engineer, youll take ownership of one of two delivery streams within a small, evolving engineering team. Youll provide technical leadership, guide day-to-day delivery, and act as the key liaison between engineering and non-technical stakeholders, without direct line management responsibilities.

You will :

• Lead one of two product / engineering streams, ensuring technical quality, delivery focus and strong communication with stakeholders.
• Rotate between streams every 23 months to promote knowledge sharing, avoid silos, and strengthen team resilience.