Senior Delphi Developer

ClearCourse; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ClearCourse is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to oversee Delphi projects and drive modernization efforts. This is a hybrid role in the software group, providing the chance to lead a talented team in developing cross-platform applications for the sports and leisure industry. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, professional development, and a supportive environment focused on innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + your birthday off

Private Medical Insurance

Health cash plan

Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Enhanced parental leave

Access to Perkbox

Cycle to Work scheme

Training budgets

Bonus scheme and career development support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Delphi experience, including VCL and FMX.
• 2+ years of MySQL database experience.
• Experience building cross-platform applications (Windows/macOS).

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of engineers, providing mentorship and technical guidance.
• Design, develop, and maintain core Delphi applications.
• Collaborate with project managers and QA to ensure timely, quality releases.

Skills

Delphi

MySQL

Cross-platform development

Version Control (Git)

Agile methodology

Problem-solving

Tools

Jira

Job description

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Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid or Remote)
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
Role Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Take the Lead on Mission-Critical Delphi Projects in a Fast-Growing Software Group

Are you an experienced Delphi developer with a passion for building cross-platform applications and leading technical teams? Do you want to shape the future of a core product used by thousands in the sports and leisure industry?

We’re looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join a close-knit, high-impact development team within the ClearCourse Group. With over 18 years of product history, this is an opportunity to take ownership of a robust application as we move forward with modernisation and cross-platform development. You'll be working at the forefront of a Delphi 12 upgrade, supporting both Windows and macOS builds, and mentoring a small team to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions.

Delphi 10 (Upgrading to Delphi 12)

VCL and FireMonkey (FMX) for cross-platform UI

MySQL databases

Git for version control

Targeting both Windows and macOS environments

What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead a small team of engineers, providing mentorship and technical guidance

Design, develop, and maintain core Delphi applications

Implement business logic, responsive UI components, and data access layers

Drive cross-platform builds using FireMonkey

Collaborate with project managers and QA to ensure timely, quality releases

Package, test, and deploy applications to production

Integrate third-party APIs and build custom components

Continuously improve codebase performance, reliability, and maintainability

Take part in code reviews, architecture discussions, and planning

Contribute to ongoing technical innovation and process improvement

Provide visibility of progress and blockers to the leadership team

What We’re Looking For:

5+ years of Delphi experience, including VCL and FMX

2+ years of MySQL database experience

Experience building cross-platform applications (Windows/macOS)

Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Detail-oriented with a focus on code quality and performance

Proven ability to mentor developers and lead small teams

Familiar with Git version control and collaborative development workflows

Comfortable working in agile teams and liaising with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Bonus Points For:

Familiarity with Jira for project tracking and sprint planning

Previous experience in SaaS environments

Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines

Why Join ClearCourse?

At ClearCourse, you’ll be part of a rapidly growing group of over 45 software and payments businesses. This is your chance to take ownership of a key product while enjoying the support, stability, and innovation of a large tech group.

Our Benefits Include:

25 days annual leave + your birthday off

Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) – includes mental health, optical, dental and more

Health cash plan – claim back on everyday medical costs

Life Assurance – 4x your salary

Group Income Protection – 75% salary if unable to work long-term

Enhanced parental leave

Access to Perkbox – 4,000+ perks and discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Training budgets and professional membership reimbursement

Bonus scheme and career development support

Apply Now!

If you're an experienced Delphi developer looking for a hands-on technical leadership role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Even if your CV isn’t fully up to date, send what you have—we care about your skills, experience, and passion for software development.

At ClearCourse, we value diversity, innovation, and collaboration, and we’re committed to building a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.