Software Engineer UK Offices

Tony Gee; Esher; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading civil engineering consultancy as a Software Engineer and take the lead in driving efficiency through automation. This dynamic role involves providing visionary leadership to a growing team, leveraging digital tools to enhance processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams on innovative solutions. You'll oversee the software development lifecycle, ensuring projects meet high-quality standards while nurturing team growth. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, with opportunities for hybrid working arrangements. If you're passionate about technology and ready to make a significant impact, this role is for you!

Benefits

Work-life balance initiatives

Social activity groups

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on automation.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing software teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the software engineering team to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Collaborate with teams to align software initiatives with business strategy.

Skills

Software Engineering

Agile Methodologies

Leadership

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Stakeholder Management

Process Automation

Data Analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

.NET Framework

Azure DevOps

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

Excel

Word

CAD Software (e.g., Bentley, Autodesk, Trimble)

Job description

Tony Gee and Partners is seeking a dynamic and experienced Software Engineer to join our team and lead the charge in driving efficiency through automation within our business.

We are a leading civil engineering consultancy specialising in complex infrastructure projects across diverse sectors, including rail, highways, marine, power and energy, aviation, and more. Committed to continuous innovation, we have a business-level strategic goal to leverage digital tools to enhance efficiency, streamline processes, and drive transformative change within our organisation.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, proficient in software development, and capable of inspiring a small but growing team to create cutting-edge solutions that optimise our processes and contribute to the success of our projects.

Job Responsibilities

1. Provide visionary leadership to the software engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
2. Collaborate with appropriate groups and boards to align software development initiatives with the overall business strategy, with a specific focus on leveraging digital tools for efficiency gains.
3. Lead reviews of existing business and technical delivery processes, identifying opportunities for automation and optimisation.
4. Drive the adoption of cloud technologies for building scalable and efficient applications. Implement best practices in cloud database technology.
5. Nurture the growth and development of the software engineering team, ensuring proficiency in relevant technologies and methodologies, including .NET Framework, SharePoint, and cloud technologies.
6. Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet or exceed quality standards.
7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including civil engineers, BIM specialists, and project managers, to integrate software solutions seamlessly into project workflows.
8. Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending and implementing new tools and practices to enhance efficiency.

Requirements

1. Proven experience in software engineering and demonstrated success in driving efficiency through digital tools, process automation and optimisation.
2. Proficient knowledge of agile methodologies with the ability to organise, lead, and successfully deliver software engineering projects.
3. Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of successfully leading software engineering teams.
4. In-depth knowledge of IDEs, .NET Framework and design/delivery systems such as Azure DevOps.
5. Experience with Azure Cloud services with a focus on web app development. Microsoft Certifications would be advantageous.
6. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interface effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
7. Excellent collaboration tools proficiency (Teams, Excel, Word, etc.).
8. Ability to effectively translate stakeholder requirements to actionable application development.
9. Approximately 6 years of professional industry experience.
10. We have a preference to the role being based in our Esher office however for the right candidate we would be happy for them to be based commutable to any of our UK offices.

Desirable

1. SharePoint / O365 Application development experience.
2. UI/UX design principles.
3. Data Analytics Proficiency.
4. Basic Cybersecurity Awareness.
5. Industry-specific Regulatory Compliance Familiarity.
6. Familiarity with civil engineering consultancy or related industries.
7. Understanding or having knowledge of Vector mathematics for the development of solutions in 3D Space.
8. CAD software familiarity (e.g. Bentley, Autodesk, Trimble, etc.).

Why Work for Tony Gee?

We are an engineering consultancy renowned for delivering complex and innovative design solutions to the global construction industry. Our people make our business a success and so we invest in your development and wellbeing providing an environment that supports you at whatever career level you are at.

We believe that there is more to a job than work. We encourage a healthy work/life balance through a wide range of social activity groups. They’re great fun and a chance to expand your professional and social networks. We also offer the opportunity of a hybrid work model where you can split your working week between the office and your home.