Senior Engineering Team Leader

Kinetic Software; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineering Team Leader to join their dynamic Platform Engineering department. This role not only involves managing a talented team but also requires hands-on coding and architectural design expertise. You will be at the forefront of driving technical innovation while fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes quality and personal development. With a focus on Scaled Agile practices and a commitment to excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of software development in an organization that values its people and culture. Join a team where your contributions truly matter and enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus scheme

25 days annual holiday allowance

2 wellbeing days a year

Christmas shut-down period

5% Company pension contribution

Customisable flexible benefits package

Excellent training and support

Opportunities for professional development

Networking and travel opportunities

Discounts at retailers

Qualifications

• Hands-on technical leader with experience in software development and team management.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and architectural design principles.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate team planning and manage project increments using SAFe principles.
• Mentor team members and provide feedback for personal and technical growth.
• Lead code and architecture reviews to ensure high standards.

Skills

Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

Team Leadership

Code Review

Quality Assurance

AWS

CQRS

Event Bus Architecture

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Coding Languages (e.g., Java, C#)

Development Tools

Job description

Senior Engineering Team Leader

Department: Platform Engineering

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Milton Keynes

Compensation: £65,000 - £75,000 / year

Description

In this role, the Senior Engineering Team Lead will immerse themselves directly in the software development process, not just managing from afar, but coding alongside the team. This position demands a hands-on technical leader who will actively write code, develop critical architectural solutions, and drive technical innovation through personal contribution and team guidance.

Key Responsibilities

· Scaled Agile Planning: Facilitate team planning in line with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) principles, managing project increments and iterations to meet business goals.

· Team Leadership: Mentor, guide, and support team members in both personal and technical growth. Provide feedback and development opportunities to enhance team performance and career progression.

· Code & Architecture Oversight: Lead code and architecture reviews to maintain high standards and ensure consistency across projects.

· Quality Assurance: Take ownership of the team’s quality output, embedding robust practices for testing, code quality, and system reliability.

· Architectural Expertise: Design and implement solutions based on CQRS (Command Query Responsibility Segregation) and Event Bus architecture, with a strong focus on AWS environments (publish/subscribe models). Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, provide feedback, and ensure software quality from the initial stages of development.

Benefits

• Working for an organisation where people and culture genuinely matter.
• Working in a sector that becomes an extension to your team, with many opportunities to network, travel and learn.
• Excellent training and support with the opportunity for further professional development.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• 25 days annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays off.
• 2 wellbeing days a year to rest and recharge.
• Christmas shut-down period for a well-deserved break.
• 5% Company contribution to pension, employees pay 3%
• A flexible benefits package, which is customisable by you. You can choose from private health care, life assurance, personal development, cinema tickets, wide range of discounts at retailers and so much more!