Software Engineering Team Lead

ZipRecruiter; Romford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in global logistics is seeking a Software Development Team Lead (Low-Code / Outsystems) in Romford. This role involves guiding a team of developers to deliver impactful solutions while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. The position offers a hybrid working model, with excellent benefits including private healthcare and a robust pension plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public holidays

2 external professional training courses per year

Private healthcare

Frequent company and team events

Excellent pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience in software development (Outsystems or traditional environments).
• Strong knowledge of SQL and software delivery lifecycle.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of two developers.
• Oversee the full software delivery lifecycle.
• Deliver enterprise-grade applications using Outsystems.
• Drive agile practices and manage integration with external systems.

Skills

Leadership

Software Development

Agile

Collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Software Development Team Lead (Low-Code / Outsystems)

Location: Romford, Essex (Hybrid – 2 days in office, 3 days remote)

Permanent

We’re looking for a technically strong and people-focused Team Lead to guide a small team of developers in delivering impactful low-code solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in Outsystems or traditional development to step into a leadership role and shape the digital future of a global logistics organisation.

Benefits

Hybrid working: 2 days in the office, 3 days from home

25 days holiday plus public holidays

2 external professional training courses per year, chosen by you and taken during work hours

Private healthcare (taxable benefit)

Frequent company and team events

Excellent pension plan: 5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of two developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Oversee the full software delivery lifecycle, from planning and design to deployment and support.
• Deliver enterprise-grade applications using Outsystems or traditional development.
• Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and value delivery.
• Drive agile practices (Scrum/Kanban) and continuous improvement.
• Manage integration with complex external systems, including legacy platforms and third-party solutions.
• Support vendor relationships and ensure adequate team capacity for project delivery.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process and application improvements.

Essential Skills & Experience:

Experience in software development (both Outsystems or traditional development environments considered).

Strong knowledge of SQL, Agile/Scrum, and the software delivery lifecycle.

Ready to lead the charge in low-code innovation? Apply now and bring your leadership and technical expertise to a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.