Software Engineer – UK Offices

Tony Gee and Partners; Esher; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to lead their team in driving efficiency through automation. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, proficiency in software development, specifically with digital tools and cloud technologies, and will play a key role in optimizing processes across various infrastructure projects. This position offers the opportunity to work in an innovative environment focusing on transformative change within the organization.

Qualifications

• Approximately 6 years in the software engineering field.
• Experience in leading software engineering teams.
• Proven experience with Azure Cloud services focused on web app development.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the software engineering team and foster a culture of innovation.
• Oversee the software development lifecycle to ensure quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Agile Methodologies

Software Development

Digital Tools Proficiency

Communication

Collaboration

Cloud Technologies

Cybersecurity Awareness

Vector Mathematics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

.NET Framework

Azure DevOps

Teams

Excel

Word

CAD Software (e.g. Bentley, Autodesk)

Job description

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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

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

Requirements

• Proven experience in software engineering and demonstrated success in driving efficiency through digital tools, process automation and optimisation.
• Proficient knowledge of agile methodologies with the ability to organise, lead, and successfully deliver software engineering projects.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of successfully leading software engineering teams.
• In-depth knowledge of IDEs, .NET Framework and design/delivery systems such as Azure DevOps.
• Experience with Azure Cloud services with a focus on web app development. Microsoft Certifications would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interface effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent collaboration tools proficiency (Teams, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Ability to effectively translate stakeholder requirements to actionable application development.
• Approximately 6 years of professional industry experience.
• 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
• Basic Cybersecurity Awareness
• Industry-specific Regulatory Compliance Familiarity
• Familiarity with civil engineering consultancy or related industries
• Understanding or having knowledge of Vector mathematics for the development of solutions in 3D Space
• CAD software familiarity (e.g. Bentley, Autodesk, Trimble, etc.)