Lead Software Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Poole; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a technical leader proficient in .NET technologies to guide architectural decisions and mentor junior engineers. This role emphasizes collaboration within cross-functional teams, ensuring high standards of code quality and performance. The ideal candidate will advocate for continuous improvement in engineering practices and contribute to innovative solutions aligned with business goals. Join a dynamic environment that values leadership, problem-solving, and adaptability, while enjoying generous benefits and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme (up to 6%)

Life assurance (4x annual salary)

Health Cash Plan

Discounted gym membership

Flexible benefits platform

Six months company sick pay

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software development focused on .NET technologies.
• Proven leadership in development projects and team management.
• Deep understanding of software architecture principles.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert in .NET technologies and guide architectural decisions.
• Engage with squads to promote collaboration and mentor junior engineers.
• Advocate for enhancements in engineering practices and tools.

Skills

.NET Core

C#

ASP.NET

Entity Framework

Agile

Microservice design patterns

Kubernetes

Docker

SQL Server

Postgres

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Bitbucket

CI/CD tools (Argo)

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Technical Leadership

Serve as the technical expert in .NET technologies, guiding architectural decisions and development strategies for our projects. Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and efficient software solutions, working alongside the architecture team and squads to ensure alignment with enterprise architectural vision and requirements.

Squad Collaboration

Engage with squads within the Spotify model to promote cross-functional collaboration, knowledge sharing, and problem-solving. Mentor junior engineers to foster continuous improvement and innovation.

Code Excellence

Maintain high standards of code quality and performance through best practices, code reviews, and leading by example.

Continuous Improvement

Advocate for and implement enhancements in engineering practices, tools, and processes to boost team efficiency and product quality, dedicating significant time to this area.

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with product owners, designers, and stakeholders to understand requirements, set priorities, and deliver solutions aligned with business goals.

Qualifications / Experience

• 5+ years in software development with a focus on .NET technologies such as C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET, and preferably Entity Framework.
• Proven leadership in development projects and team management.
• Deep understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Experience in agile environments, ideally within the Spotify model.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in fast-paced settings.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a commitment to continuous learning and a relevant degree.

Technical Skills

• Technologies/Patterns: C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET, Entity Framework, Postgres, SQL Server, Redis, AMQP, Microservice design patterns, Synchronous & Asynchronous integration patterns.
• Frameworks / Way of Working: Agile; Scrum & Kanban; Exposure to Spotify Engineering model.
• Tooling: Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD tools (preferably Argo), Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket).

Company Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase up to 10 additional days annually.
• Up to 6% contributory company pension scheme.
• Life assurance of four times annual salary.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Discounted gym membership with company subsidy.
• Six months company sick pay.
• Flexible benefits platform allowing purchase of additional benefits like critical illness cover, dental insurance, health screening, cycle to work scheme, personal car leasing, breakdown cover, and technology purchases.