Lead Software Engineer

Applied Data Science Partners Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus and equity

26 days annual leave

BUPA Private Healthcare

Enhanced family leave

£1,000 annual development budget

Hybrid work in Shoreditch

Remote work up to 4 weeks/year

High-spec hardware

Snacks and socials

Autonomy and varied projects

Job summary

Applied Data Science Partners Ltd. is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive client project delivery from concept to deployment. You will mentor teams, shape technical strategy, and build scalable data engineering and AI-enabled solutions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders and delivering high-quality software across multiple projects. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership with hands-on technical excellence in Python, SQL, cloud platforms, and modern DevOps practices

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex software projects from design to deployment.
• Code reviews in Python and SQL via Git with best practices.
• Experience with SQL databases and a cloud development platform.
• Led design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions.
• Built data pipelines, backend services and APIs.
• Strong understanding of OOP, concurrency and Python concepts.
• Experience deploying on cloud (AWS/Azure) and Linux scripting.
• Advanced Docker skills and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub actions).
• Proven ability to manage delivery teams and stakeholder expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, testing, and evaluation of complex software for multiple client projects.
• Build strong client relationships and lead project-focused interactions.
• Oversee high-quality code delivery and project outcomes.
• Develop data extraction, cleaning, and transformation pipelines (SQL/Python).
• Build AI systems using Large Language Models where applicable.
• Mentor engineers and manage delivery teams.
• Proactively drive technical strategy and best practices across projects.

Skills

Lead projects

Python

SQL

Git

Cloud platforms

Docker

CI/CD

Mentorship

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Tools

SQL Server

Postgres

Azure

AWS

Job description

We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer to drive technical project delivery, guiding teams from concept to deployment while ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions.If you enjoy seeing your work deployed into ‘real-life’ applications, this is the perfect role for you. Not only will you directly contribute to our client deliverables, but you will have the opportunity to experiment with a range of cutting-edge techniques and deliver full-stack data science projects, from solution design through to deployment.

You'll form an integral part of our close-knit team and will have the opportunity to directly contribute to the continued success of the business. We're looking for someone with a co-operative, can-do attitude who can build high-quality data engineering solutions.

If this sounds like you, we can't wait to hear from you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the design, development, testing, and evaluation of complex software engineering solutions for the successful delivery of several, simultaneous client projects

• Build strong client relationships and lead project-centred client interactions

• Oversee the delivery of high-quality code and successful project outcomes

• Build processes for extracting, cleaning and transforming data (SQL / Python)

• Build AI systems using Large Language Models

• Actively seek out new opportunities to learn and develop

• Be an example of software engineering best-practice e.g. Git / Docker / cloud deployment

• Write proposals for exciting new commercial opportunities

• Line manage and provide career mentorship to other software engineers

• Manage project delivery teams

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop technical strategies

• Take ownership of the development and implementation of internal processes and policies

• Proactive thought leadership to encourage development and promote ADSP

• Contribute to the development and deployment of delivery solutions

• Build processes for extracting, cleaning and transforming data (SQL / Python)

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience of successfully leading complex software projects, including a holistic understanding of the development process, from design through to deployment, and associated project management and risks

• Experience of completing code reviews in Python and SQL through Git, and applying other best practices to technical projects

• Experience of using SQL and databases (SQL Server, Postgres etc), as well as a cloud platform for development

• Experience of leading the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions

• Experience of developing data engineering pipelines, backend services and APIs

• Extensive knowledge of software engineering concepts and principles with a deep understanding of emerging technologies and industry trends

• Understanding of Python advanced concepts including Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Concurrency, decorators, recursion

• Understanding of cloud deployment (e.g. AWS, Azure) and Linux scripting (e.g. bash)

• Advanced Docker skills with a deep understanding of Docker storage, volumes, and Linux permissions

• Ability to implement CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Azure DevOps, GitHub actions) along with automated PR checks and repository rules

• Ability to successfully manage delivery teams

• Ability to work with external stakeholders, including management of expectations understanding of business goals and balancing project requirements

• Ability to think strategically and make complex decisions

• Effective organisational skills e.g. planning, time management

• Strong communication skills, including leading meetings and presenting technical concepts to stakeholders

• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills, with high attention to detail

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

Stage 1: 20 min video call with a member of the hiring team

Stage 2: 45 min Live Coding exercise

Stage 3: 2hr F2F interview in our London office

OUR BENEFITS:

At ADSP, we believe in rewarding talent and supporting your growth. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:

• Competitive compensation package including annual performance bonus and equity

• 26 days of annual leave, 8 bank holidays plus your birthday off

• BUPA Private Healthcare

• Enhanced family leave

• £1,000 annual development budget

• Flexible hybrid working (2 days a week in our modern Shoreditch office)

• Remote working from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks each year

• Latest tech that suits your needs: high-spec Windows machine or a MacBook

• Free snacks and drinks, and regular team socials

• Supportive entrepreneurial environment offering a ton of autonomy and opportunity to work on a variety of projects, technologies and industries

Join us and realise your full potential in a collaborative, forward-thinking team, where your work will help shape the future.

OUR COMMITTMENT TO DEI:

At ADSP, we are committed to fostering an inclusive hiring process and believe in creating an environment where all candidates have equal opportunities to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at [e-mail]