Senior Software Engineer

William Alexander Recruitment Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in London is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Lead to join a pioneering London Market insurance client. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with line management responsibilities, mentoring engineers and driving the adoption of cutting-edge technologies. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in software design and Agile methodologies, with proficiency in React and FastAPI. The position offers a salary of up to £90,000 per annum in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in designing and developing software solutions.
• Track record of leading high-performing development teams.
• Strong knowledge of Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineering teams.
• Influence organizational architecture for software solutions.
• Drive the adoption of innovative technologies.

Skills

Software solution design

Domain Driven Design (DDD)

Test-Driven Development (TDD)

API design

Containerisation

CI/CD practices

DevOps practices

Agile methodologies

React

FastAPI

Cloud-native applications deployment

Job description

Senior Software Engineering Lead - (Python, REACT, Line Management) | London Market Insurance

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineering Lead to join a pioneering London Market insurance client and help shape the future of their Underwriting Performance Innovation function. You'll play a key role in scaling the Innovation team from a single autonomous unit into a network of aligned, empowered teams which are supported by a core group of servant leaders. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with line management responsibilities, offering the opportunity to mentor engineers, influence organisational architecture, and drive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies-including generative AI-to transform underwriting experiences.

You'll be great for this role if you:

• Bring significant experience designing and developing complex software solutions, with a strong track record of leading high-performing development teams.
• Demonstrate deep expertise in Domain Driven Design (DDD), Test-Driven Development (TDD), API design, integration patterns, and containerisation.
• Possess strong knowledge of CI/CD and DevOps practices, and thrive in Agile environments.
• Are proficient in React and FastAPI, with hands-on experience deploying cloud-native applications in AWS.
• Have a passion for coaching and mentoring engineers, and a desire to build autonomous, delivery-focused teams.
• Embrace ambiguity and change, with a strong focus on delivering high-value outcomes and enhancing the underwriting experience.
• Are excited by the potential of generative AI and emerging technologies to reshape how we work.

This is a permanent position offering up to £90,000 per annum plus an excellent bonus and benefits package.
This is a Full time hybrid role (3 days per week in the client's London office), offering the opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and goals, we encourage you to apply today!