Lead Software Engineer

SIX Payment Services; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the payments technology industry as a Lead Software Engineer in Wolverhampton. You will manage a dynamic delivery team, implement Agile practices, and drive quality project delivery while enjoying competitive benefits like 25 days holiday and private medical cover. Your leadership will shape the future of payments technology in a collaborative environment, engaging with teams across the UK and India.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Private medical cover

Flexible benefits

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in delivery management within a multi-skilled Agile environment.
• Strong presentation skills for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Organized and results-oriented with a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Software Engineering team and manage project resources.
• Implement Agile practices and ensure effective team development.
• Coordinate with Product Management for timely delivery of releases.

Skills

Team Leadership

Agile Practices

Delivery Management

Client Engagement

Stakeholder Management

Job description

Lead Software Engineer

Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

About Worldline

We are innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. Our solutions power the growth of millions of businesses worldwide, from local coffee shops to international banks. We are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers and shape the future of payments.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to lead a UK and India-based development team, ensuring high-quality delivery and adherence to timelines. We have secured an exciting new project and have ambitious plans to expand our platform to serve more clients across Europe and beyond.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Report to the Business Unit Director, leading the Software Engineering team within the Retail & Hospitality sector.
• Manage a growing delivery team, ensuring effective resource utilization and team development.
• Implement and promote Agile practices within the team.
• Ensure team members are trained and supported in their roles and career development.
• Coordinate with the Product Manager and PPM to plan and deliver releases on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Work with the CTO Group to align solutions with the technical strategy.
• Develop plans to address resource variations and support effective delivery across international boundaries and time zones.
• Occasional travel to the West Midlands and other UK locations for project coordination.

Who Are We Looking For

We seek innovative thinkers with passion, a proactive attitude, and a desire to learn and grow. Ideal candidates will:

• Successfully lead delivery teams and manage project resourcing.
• Excel in client engagement and stakeholder management.
• Have experience in delivery management within a multi-skilled Agile environment.
• Possess strong presentation skills for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Be organized, pragmatic, and result-oriented with a hands-on approach.
• Demonstrate effective resource utilization and timely project delivery within budgets.

At Worldline, you will be part of a company recognized among the top 1% of the most sustainable globally, with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact in the payments industry. Benefits include 25 days holiday, private medical cover, discounts, flexible benefits, life assurance, and pension contributions.

Application Process

We aim to respond within 7 working days. Selected candidates will undergo a screening interview, followed by an interview with a Line Manager.

Join Us

Be part of our journey into the future of payments technology. Work with global colleagues, face unique challenges, and influence society positively. Our culture, technology, and training support your career growth. Join our team of 18,000 innovators and shape tomorrow.

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Created on 22/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom