Lead Software Engineer

Kainos; Hurley; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kainos is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Consultant) to steer teams, design and deliver high quality, scalable applications, and mentor less experienced engineers. You will interact with customers, share knowledge, and provide technical leadership across the project lifecycle.

The role requires experience in modern software practices, architecture ownership, and hands-on coding in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Expertise in designing, building, testing and maintaining modern software applications.
• Technical leadership of teams building scalable, secure, performant applications.
• Experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams and develop high quality solutions to delight customers.
• Provide direction and leadership for your team and mentor junior staff.
• Interact with customers and contribute to product planning and architecture.

Skills

Technical leadership

Software architecture

TDD / XP

CI/CD

Mentoring

Tools

AWS

Azure

SaaS/PaaS

Job description

about new technologies and approaches, with talented colleagues that will help you to learn, develop and grow. You'll manage, coach and develop a small number of staff, with a focus on managing employee performance and assisting in their career development. You'll also provide direction and leadership for your team as you solve challenging problems together. As the technical leader in the team, you will also interact with customers, share knowledge and mentor those around you. MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS Expertise in designing, building, testing and maintaining modern software applications Technical leadership of teams building and testing modern, scalable, secure, performant applications in line with software development principles, practices and patterns e.g. XP, TDD Experience of technical ownership for a product/software project, including architecture, estimation, product planning and user story/requirement creation Expertise in software design and development across all layers
of an application We are passionate about developing people a demonstrated ability in managing, coaching and developing junior members of your team and wider community. Experience with the latest Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery techniques DESIRABLE: Good communication skills, with the ability to communicate issues to technical and non-technical people. Active participation in knowledge sharing activities, both within the team and at a wider capability level and externally where appropriate. Experience of debugging and troubleshooting live applications Experience of multiple programming languages and data storage technologies Knowledge of public cloud platforms, such as AWS and Azure, including SaaS and PaaS offerings Embracing our differences At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance
to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs. TPBN1_UKTJ
Join Kainos and Shape the Future At Kainos, we're problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we're transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together. We believe in a people-first culture , where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you'll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS: As a Lead Software Engineer (Consultant) in Kainos, you'll be responsible for leading teams and developing high quality solutions which delight our customers and impact the lives of users worldwide. It's a fast-paced environment so it is important for you to make sound, reasoned decisions. You'll do this whilst learning