Lead Software Engineer

Digital Waffle; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing tech business in Nottingham seeks a Principal / Lead Software Engineer to lead a skilled team in a primarily on-site role with some hybrid flexibility. You will guide development across web apps and APIs, combining technical direction and hands-on coding. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in software engineering, along with strong skills in Node.js and AWS. Competitive compensation and flexibility in the work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in software engineering, including recent time in a senior or lead role.
• Strong experience with Node.js (NestJS) and TypeScript.
• Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, preferably AWS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and build of new product features, services, and technical systems.
• Own features end-to-end, from technical design to monitoring.
• Write production-grade code alongside the team.

Skills

Node.js (NestJS)

TypeScript

Front End frameworks (Vue, React, Angular)

Cloud infrastructure (AWS)

CI/CD practices

AI/ML tools or data-led platforms

Great communication skills

Tools

Vue 3

Slack

Zoom

Around

Job description

A fast-growing, product-focused tech business is looking for a Principal / Lead Software Engineer to guide a skilled engineering team based in Nottingham. This is a primarily on-site role, with some hybrid flexibility, ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on leadership in a collaborative, in-person environment.

You’ll guide the development of features and systems across web apps, APIs, and internal tools, working closely with product, design, and engineering teams to bring high-impact ideas to life. You'll combine technical direction with day-to-day coding, team mentorship, and delivery oversight, playing a key role in shaping both the product and the team’s growth.

Location: Nottingham, Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and build of new product features, services, and technical systems
• Own features end-to-end—from technical design to testing, deployment, and monitoring
• Write production-grade code alongside the team (this is a hands-on role)
• Align technical delivery with business goals through close collaboration with stakeholders
• Mentor and support developers, fostering a culture of learning and improvement
• Maintain high standards for code quality, scalability, and team communication

What You’ll Bring

• 7+ years’ experience in software engineering, including recent time in a senior or lead role
• Strong experience with Node.js (NestJS) and TypeScript
• A good knowledge of a Front End framework like Vue, React or Angular.
• Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS) and CI/CD practices
• A thoughtful approach to system design, security, and performance at scale
• Great communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Bonus points for experience with AI/ML tools or data-led platforms
• Frontend: Vue 3 / TypeScript
• Cloud: AWS
• Comms: Slack, Zoom, Around

If you're a seasoned engineer who thrives in a leadership role and enjoys building great products with great people, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch to find out more.