Lead Software Engineer — Remote, Mentoring & Impact

Scottlogic; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Family leave

Pension

Life Assurance

Gym discount

Cycle to work

Feedback culture

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Scott Logic is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in the UK to work hands-on across the full development lifecycle in close partnership with clients. You will join multidisciplinary teams, mentoring peers, and owning significant pieces of work while delivering pragmatic software solutions.

The role values problem-solving, maintainable system design, and strong communication as you help shape technology choices and project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proficient in at least one of Python, Java, C#/.NET, JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Ability to design well-structured, maintainable systems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and grow experience.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on development across full lifecycle in client-facing context.
• Mentor colleagues and advise clients on technical decisions.
• Take ownership of significant work and deliver pragmatic solutions.

Skills

Python

Java

C#/.NET

JavaScript/TypeScript

Problem-solving

System design

Communication

Learning mindset

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Scott Logic is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in the UK to work hands-on across the full development lifecycle in close partnership with clients. You will join multidisciplinary teams, mentoring peers, and owning significant pieces of work while delivering pragmatic software solutions.

The role values problem-solving, maintainable system design, and strong communication as you help shape technology choices and project outcomes.