Lead Software Engineer - Drive Microservices & Team Velocity

DWP Digital; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 78,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A government digital service provider in the UK is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to spearhead engineering standards and best practices. In this role, you will influence the technical vision across multiple teams and products, ensuring high-quality software delivery. With a strong emphasis on microservices and event-driven architectures, you will be a key figure in shaping future technology solutions that benefit millions of users. Competitive salary and flexible working options provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £92,522

28.97% employer pension contributions

Generous leave package starting at 26 days

Flexible working including flexible hours

Time off for volunteering

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven software engineering expertise in design, development, and support of complex systems.
• Leadership experience managing multiple engineering teams, setting standards, and driving consistency.
• Strong knowledge of microservices and event-driven architectures.

Responsibilities

• Set engineering standards and promote best practices.
• Influence the department's technical vision and resolve blockers.
• Lead multiple engineering teams and shape technology solutions.

Skills

Software engineering expertise

Leadership experience

Microservices knowledge

Event-driven architectures

Stakeholder management

Technical governance familiarity

Job description

A government digital service provider in the UK is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to spearhead engineering standards and best practices. In this role, you will influence the technical vision across multiple teams and products, ensuring high-quality software delivery. With a strong emphasis on microservices and event-driven architectures, you will be a key figure in shaping future technology solutions that benefit millions of users. Competitive salary and flexible working options provided.