Lead Software Engineer, Back-End

Symphony; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional benefits

BYOB perk

Team events & development

Job summary

Symphony is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to own the design, development, and delivery of scalable software solutions. You will mentor engineers, drive architectural decisions, and collaborate with product and design teams to align technical direction with business goals.

The role requires a strong background in Java, Spring Boot, cloud platforms, and a track record of delivering secure, reliable systems. On-site Belfast-based team, competitive salary and bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Java programming with strong architectural and system design skills.
• Hands-on experience with modern frameworks and technologies (Spring Boot, Quarkus).
• In-depth understanding of database systems such as SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch or similar.
• Strong background in cloud services architecture and deployment (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Proficient with version control and collaborative development tools (Git, GitHub, GitLab).
• Solid understanding of Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, testing, and maintenance of scalable software applications.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance through mentoring, code reviews, and best practices sharing.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define technical requirements and deliver robust solutions.
• Drive architectural decisions, ensuring systems are secure, reliable, and scalable.
• Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Champion software development best practices, including CI, code quality, and automated testing.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and drive innovation within the engineering team.
• Ensure adherence to security, data protection, and compliance standards across all software deliverables.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Quarkus

SQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Elasticsearch

Cloud platforms

Git

Agile/DevOps

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

GitHub

GitLab

Job description

About us @Symphony

Secure. Connected. Intelligent.

Symphony is an AI-powered communication and technology company fueled by interconnected platforms: messaging, voice, directory and analytics.

Our end-to-end encrypted technologies enable over 1,400 institutions to accelerate AI impact, prioritize data security, navigate complex regulatory compliance and optimize business interactions.

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced and driven Lead Software Engineer to join and guide our development organisation. In this role, you will take ownership of designing, developing, and delivering high-quality software solutions that align with our strategic goals. You will lead technical initiatives, mentor engineers, and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of projects.

If you are passionate about technology leadership, architectural design, and fostering high-performing teams, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and maintenance of scalable software applications.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to software engineers through mentoring, code reviews, and best practice sharing.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define technical requirements and deliver robust solutions.
• Drive architectural decisions, ensuring systems are secure, reliable, and scalable.
• Proactively identify technical risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Champion software development best practices, including continuous integration, code quality, and automated testing.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and drive innovation within the engineering team.
• Ensure adherence to security, data protection, and compliance standards across all software deliverables.
  
  

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• Proven expertise in Java programming, with strong architectural and system design skills.
• Hands-on experience with modern frameworks and technologies (e.g., Spring Boot, Quarkus).
• In-depth understanding of database systems such as SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch or similar.
• Strong background in cloud services architecture and deployment (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Proficient with version control and collaborative development tools (e.g., Git, GitHub, GitLab).
• Solid understanding of Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Demonstrated experience in a senior/lead role on multiple software projects.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strategic thinking.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and align technical direction across teams.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing engineering culture.
• Proactive, self-driven, and passionate about continuous learning and improvement.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Master’s or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of professional software development experience
  
  

Compensation

• Salary Range: £65,000 - 80,000 base salary per year
• Bonus Plan
  
  

Benefits And Perks

• Regional specific competitive benefits
• Build your own Benefits (BYOB) perk
• Local events, team building, and development opportunities
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.