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Lead Software Engineer

Anson McCade

Leeds

Hybrid

GBP 57,000 - 68,000

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Job summary

A high-growth digital delivery team within a global firm is hiring Lead Software Engineers for their Leeds tech hub. This role focuses on secure, high-impact systems, allowing for deep technical engagement without client-facing distractions. Candidates should have strong leadership experience and be well-versed in modern engineering practices.

Benefits

Company Pension

Learning allowance

Qualifications

Proven leadership in engineering teams and distributed systems.
Must meet UK National Security Vetting criteria (UK residency for 5+ years).

Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable software solutions.
Mentor engineers and uphold technical quality across the team.
Collaborate with product managers to translate requirements into code.

Skills

Leadership

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

RESTful APIs

Cloud platforms

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Base pay range

Lead Software Engineer – C#/.Net

Leeds (Hybrid – 2 days/week on-site)

Up to £68,000 base

A high-growth digital delivery team within a global professional services firm is hiring five Lead Software Engineers to join its Leeds-based tech hub. This is a unique opportunity for a Lead Software Engineer to work on secure, high-impact systems without the distractions of client-facing or sales responsibilities.

The team operates like a start-up within the enterprise—tech-first, agile, and focused on solving complex challenges for public sector and regulated clients. As a Lead Software Engineer, you’ll be part of a collaborative, onshore-first engineering capability that values deep technical expertise and continuous learning.

Requirements for the Lead Software Engineer role:

• Proven leadership in engineering teams and distributed systems

• Knowledge of CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes, RESTful APIs, and cloud platforms

• Must meet UK National Security Vetting criteria (UK residency for 5+ years)

What the Lead Software Engineer will do:

• Lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable software solutions

• Mentor engineers and uphold technical quality across the team

• Collaborate with product managers to translate requirements into code

• Contribute to a growing, flexible, and learning-focused engineering culture

Package:

• Up to £68,000 base salary

• Company Pension

• Learning allowance

If you're a Lead Software Engineer looking to do meaningful work in a modern, mission-driven environment—this is your chance. Get in touch with Connor Smyth at Anson McCade on 020 7780 6706.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting

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