Lead Software Engineer

WiseTech Global; Cheadle; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software provider in logistics is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to focus on Digital Trade Documentation. This role involves leading technical design, mentoring developers, and driving product direction in a hybrid work model. Candidates should have strong experience in C# and Java, along with a solid understanding of software design principles and CI/CD practices. The company offers a collaborative environment with fantastic benefits including flexible working hours and employee development opportunities.

Benefits

Gym, sauna, yoga/HIIT classes

Generous leave

Flexible working

Development opportunities

Employee assistance programs

Great coffee

Qualifications

• Strong experience in C# and Java development.
• Track record of leading projects and product direction.
• Deep understanding of software design principles and system architecture.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test-driven development.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and architecture for scalable solutions in the Digital Trade Documentation program.
• Collaborate across teams to build product-focused engineering deliverables.
• Mentor developers and advocate best practices, including test-driven development and CI/CD.
• Drive product direction and technical leadership within a collaborative environment.

Skills

C#

Java

Test-driven development

CI/CD

Software design principles

Job description

Job Description

Lead Software Engineer | Digital Trade Documentation – Multi‑product strategic growth area at WiseTech Global

About the company

WiseTech Global is the world's leading provider of software for the logistics industry. We enable supply chains for customers like DHL and FedEx. Founded in Sydney, we are AU$30 billion+ and listed on the ASX. Our culture values curiosity, critical thinking, and great software.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and architecture for scalable solutions in the Digital Trade Documentation program.
• Collaborate across teams to build product‑focused engineering deliverables.
• Mentor developers and advocate best practices, including test‑driven development and CI/CD.
• Drive product direction and technical leadership within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in C# and Java development.
• Track record of leading projects and product direction.
• Deep understanding of software design principles and system architecture.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test‑driven development.

Work model & Benefits

• Hybrid model – in‑office twice a week at Chancery House, Holborn.
• Gym, sauna, yoga/HIIT classes, and great coffee.
• Generous leave, flexible working, development opportunities, employee assistance programs.

Application

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