Software Development Team Lead

Kantar Media; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in media analytics is seeking a Software Development Team Lead to manage a team of engineers and develop scalable software solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Azure services and proficiency in Python and Java. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work with third-party vendors and drive innovative projects in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in software development with a focus on production-grade code.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, and PySpark; experience with C++ is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of high-quality, production-grade software solutions.
• Manage and mentor a team of 3 engineers, fostering best practices in software development.

Skills

Python

Java

PySpark

Azure

C++

Airflow

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

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Media help partners understand the changing advertising landscape. Specialising in audience measurement, consumer targeting and in-depth intelligence into paid, owned and earned media, their global coverage and local expertise enable better understanding of media audiences and their relationships with brands.

Kantar Media is a wholly owned but operationally independent part of the Kantar Group.

Job Details

As people increasingly move across channels and platforms, Kantar Media’s data and audience measurement, targeting, analytics and advertising intelligence services unlock insights to inform powerful decision-making.

Working with panel and first-party data in over 80 countries, we have the world’s fastest growing cross-media measurement footprint, underpinned by versatility, scale, technology and expertise, to drive long-term business growth for our clients and partners.

Job Title:

Software Development Team Lead

Location:

London, Grays Inn Road

Employment Type:

Full time, Permanent, Hybrid

About The Project/Role

We are seeking a Software Development Team Lead with a strong focus on developing production-grade software, extensive experience with Azure services, and proficiency in Python, PySpark. You will manage a team of 3 engineers and collaborate with a third-party vendor to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

Job Role Requirements

• Lead the design and development of high-quality, production-grade software solutions using Java, Python, and PySpark.
• Leverage Azure services extensively, particularly Azure Storage, for scalable cloud solutions, ensuring seamless integration with AWS S3 and implementing secure data encryption/decryption practices.
• Utilize Python and PySpark for processing large datasets and integrating with cloud-based data solutions.
• Manage and mentor a team of 3 engineers, fostering best practices in software development and code quality.
• Work closely with third-party vendors to integrate their solutions, ensuring they meet our standards for production environments.
• Utilize Airflow to automate and optimize workflows, ensuring efficient and reliable operations.

Minimum Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in software development with a focus on production-grade code.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, and PySpark; experience with C++ is a plus.
• Deep expertise in Azure services, including Azure Storage, and familiarity with AWS S3.
• Strong understanding of data security, including encryption/decryption.
• Proven experience collaborating with teams and third-party vendors.
• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and ability to work independently and in teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is highly desirable.

At Kantar, we value diversity and are committed to inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, gender, or other protected characteristics.