Lead Software Engineer

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP); Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive innovation and excellence in software development. This role offers the chance to lead multiple engineering teams, shape future technology solutions, and promote best practices across the organization. With a focus on microservices and event-driven architectures, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing engineering capabilities. The position supports hybrid working arrangements and offers a competitive salary alongside generous benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Generous Leave

Health and Wellbeing Support

Family Policies

Funded Learning

Inclusive Environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software design and development.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on mentoring teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead engineering standards and practices.
• Establish frameworks and tools for development and monitoring.

Skills

Software Design

Team Leadership

Microservices Architecture

Event-Based Architectures

Cloud Environments

APIs Development

Open-Source Technology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

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Job Summary

Are you an experienced Lead Software Engineer looking to advance your career? Do you excel at leading and mentoring engineering teams, promoting best practices, and fostering a culture of development? Are you interested in shaping the future services within DWP Digital? You will lead and help reshape an existing engineering capability, comprising DWP and Supplier Engineers, and play a key role in directing future technology solutions that support our mission. The role involves problem-solving, delivering innovative technology, and advancing engineering practices, especially in microservices and event-based architectures. Regular travel to digital hubs may be required.

Job Description

Our Lead Software Engineers are experts, role models, and experienced in software design, development, and support. Responsibilities include:

1. Defining standards for the Engineering community and leading their adoption.
2. Establishing frameworks, tools, and processes for responsible development, deployment, and monitoring.
3. Enabling multiple teams, driving consistency, standards, and quality, and promoting collaboration.
4. Influencing our delivery vision as part of the Leadership Team.
5. Self-organizing and prioritizing effectively.
6. Leading and setting direction for multiple engineering teams.
7. Promoting best practices and standards across DWP Digital and wider government.
8. Developing a culture of high performance and continuous investment in skills.

Person Specification

See the selection process for details. For more information, contact Akhtar at [e-mail]. Salary includes £72,664 plus a contribution of £21,050 to the Civil Service Pension scheme. Benefits include flexible working, generous leave, health and wellbeing support, family policies, funded learning, and an inclusive environment. The role may support hybrid working arrangements. Salary range: £72,664 to £89,995, with a potential Digital Allowance of up to £12,255.

Selection Process

Stage 1: Application, including employment history and a personal statement demonstrating experience with open-source tech, cloud environments, databases, testing, APIs, and microservices. The initial sift assesses your lead criterion. Stage 2: Interview via Microsoft Teams, including a presentation. Further details will be provided.

Additional Information

Applicants should ensure no personal details are included in their application. AI tools may be used but should be used responsibly. Successful candidates will undergo security checks. The role is open to UK nationals, Irish, Commonwealth, EU, and other specified groups. Civil Service values diversity, and reasonable adjustments can be requested.