Lead Software Engineer

Oscar Associates Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Leicester-based tech company is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join its expanding engineering team. You will lead a team of around 15 developers, focusing on PHP and modern web development. This role involves driving architectural decisions, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with Product and Design teams to deliver high-quality enterprise solutions. The position offers a competitive salary of £70,000 - £80,000 and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Experience leading software development teams and mentoring staff.
• Strong focus on PHP and modern web development methodologies.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of web applications.
• Drive architectural decisions and best practices.
• Mentor and coach engineers in a collaborative environment.
• Work with Product and Design teams to deliver features.

Skills

PHP

Web development

Mentoring

Collaboration

Job description

Leadumba Software Engineer
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000
Location: Leicester (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office: Tuesday & Thursday)
Industry: Open-Source / Enterprise Web Applications

The Opportunity

I'm recruiting for an ambitious Leicester-based tech company that's expanding its engineering leadership team. This role is perfect for a Lead Software Engineer with a passion for PHP and modern web development, looking to shape technical strategy, mentor a team, and deliver enterprise-grade solutions.

You’ll lead a team of around 15 developers, working in a collaborative environment that values open-source contributions, code quality, and professional growth.

What You’ll Be Working On

• Leading the design, development, and maintenance of scalable web applications
• Driving architectural decisions and best practices across the team
• Mentoring and coaching engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth
• Collaborating with Product and Design teams to deliver high-quality features