Software Development Team Lead

Halliburton; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy services provider seeks a Software Development Team Lead in Abingdon. This hands-on role requires leading a team in developing innovative applications. Candidates should have over 10 years of software development experience, expertise in multiple programming languages, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software development.
• Team Lead experience with Agile methodology.
• Experience in programming languages: Python, Java, and .NET.

Responsibilities

• Lead development teams to deliver new products using Agile Scrum.
• Provide architectural and design decisions.
• Manage team members' day-to-day and career development.

Skills

Software development of complex applications

Agile methodology

Python

Java

.NET (C#)

MSSQL

PostgreSQL

Oracle

GitLab

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

We are looking for the right people — people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world’s largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry.

Job Duties

We are looking to recruit an experienced Software Development Team Lead. You will be responsible for leading a team of software developers and testers to develop new data-driven cloud and on-premises applications incorporating Large Language Models in a multi-year roadmap.

Successful candidates will be evidently enthusiastic and motivated people who we can train up in our processes and ultimately play a key role in quality assurance initiatives across different stakeholder groups.

This role is based in our Abingdon, Oxfordshire office.

Key Responsibilities

• This is a hands‑on role and will be expected to take an active part in development work
• Lead teams of developers and data scientists to deliver new products, features and fixes iteratively using an Agile Scrum approach
• Provide technical input including architectural and design decisions
• Act as first point of escalation to ensure impediments are removed and team maintains development velocity and achieves committed sprint goals.
• Communicate and elevate issues in a clear and timely manner
• Team management including day to day and career development for team members
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of existing and emerging technologies relevant to the role

Qualifications

Essential Attributes

• 10+ years of experience in Software development of complex applications. Excellent understanding of design principles and considerations, best practice
• Team Lead experience leading software engineering teams using an Agile methodology
• Experience in two or more of the following programming languages: Python, Java, and/or .NET (C#)
• Familiarity with databases such as MSSQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle
• Familiarity with build pipeline tools and technologies such as GitLab
• Excellent analytical, communication and problem‑solving skills
• Self‑Starter; willing to learn new technologies, ability to learn fast
• Team player: willing to coach junior team members and cooperate on problem solving
• Ability to establish credibility with engineers quickly, and provide long‑term goals and motivation
• Excellent facilitation skills for cross‑stakeholder discussions, both internal and external

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in Geology domain especially Oil and Gas
• Experience with LLMs and/or AI as part of a solution
• Knowledge of cloud architecture including AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud
• Undergraduate degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Agile Scrum certification
• Experienced in working with remote teams

Location

97 Jubilee Avenue, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4RW, United Kingdom

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Job Details

Requisition Number: 204217
Experience Level: Entry-Level
Job Family: Engineering/Science/Technology
Product Service Line: [[division]]
Full Time / Part Time: Full-time

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Compensation Information

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.