Software Engineering Team Lead

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Software Engineering Lead based in the UK, focusing on cutting-edge .NET software products. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on contributions, mentoring a talented team and driving innovation in software engineering. Join a dynamic environment that champions AI-driven development and values your expertise.

Benefits

Standard benefits and pension contributions

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software development.
• 2+ years in a leadership or senior technical role.
• Proven experience with Microsoft technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, and development of software products.
• Guide and mentor a team of developers.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality features on time.

Skills

.NET Core

C#

ASP.NET

AI-driven development

Software design principles

Job description

Software Engineering Team Lead, Milton Keynes

Client:

Lorien

Location:

Milton Keynes

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Software Engineering Lead – Be the Driving Force Behind Our Client's Next-Gen Platform

Location: United Kingdom (Remote)

Are you a passionate Software Engineering Lead with a vision for innovation and the hands-on skills to back it up? Working for a dynamic global group, as the Software Engineering Manager, helping shape the future of our client's flagship product.

This is a unique opportunity to blend technical leadership, hands-on coding, product direction, and team mentoring in a role that’s both strategic and execution-focused.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the architecture, design, and development of cutting-edge .NET-based software products
• Drive the technical strategy and collaborate with cross-functional teams to evolve our platform
• Guide and mentor a team of talented developers - inspiring growth, curiosity, and innovation
• Champion best practices: define and enforce clean code standards, robust testing, and scalable architecture
• Identify, evaluate, and implement emerging tools, frameworks, and AI-driven development technologies
• Leverage AI tools for code generation, testing, and productivity acceleration
• Ensure delivery of high-quality features on time, every time

Experience:

• Experience working in a startup/SME environment
• 7+ years in software development, with 2+ years in a leadership or senior technical role
• Proven experience in .NET Core, C#, ASP.NET, and related Microsoft technologies
• Deep understanding of software design principles and architectural patterns
• Experience in SaaS or enterprise application development
• Passion for AI-driven development and a growth mindset

What is great about this role:

• Be a key decision-maker in a growing, innovative business within a global group
• Work with smart, ambitious teams and shape a product that’s evolving rapidly
• Push the boundaries of software engineering using the latest in AI, cloud, and Microsoft tech
• Influence both product direction and technical evolution from the inside-out

This role is based remotely within the UK with no expectation to be in the office. The team meets regularly for socials and meetups.

The salary is up to £90,000 with standard benefits and pension contributions.

Please apply to show your interest, and I will be in touch if your profile is suitable for further discussion.