Team Lead (Frontend/Full Stack)

Madfish; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A scaling FinTech company in the UK is looking for a Team Lead with strong Frontend or Full Stack experience to guide a cross-functional team of developers. The ideal candidate will oversee the development and maintenance of application features, ensuring high-performance delivery and a results-oriented team culture. With at least 7 years of experience and leadership skills, you will implement best practices, manage technical decisions, and foster collaboration in a supportive work environment. Attractive compensation and benefits included.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

20 paid days off annually

Flexible scheduling

Comprehensive medical coverage

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Frontend or Full Stack Developer.
• At least 2 years in a leadership position.
• Proven contribution to multiple projects.
• Strong knowledge in modern Frontend technologies.
• Deep understanding of web security principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead design, development, and maintenance of application features.
• Ensure team performance and goal-setting.
• Participate in architectural design and development.

Skills

Frontend technologies

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

RESTful APIs

micro-frontend architecture

state management (MobX, Redux, Zustand)

web security principles

Maven

CI/CD pipelines

Tools

Docker

CircleCI

GitLab

Job description

We are seeking a Team Lead w/ strong Frontend or Full Stack (Frontend + Java) experience to oversee a distributed, cross-functional team of 7+ members (including back-end, front-end, full-stack, database developers, and QA engineers) while also contributing technically to our projects. Reporting directly to the CTO, you will ensure successful sprint delivery, maintain high development standards, and foster a results-oriented culture. You will be accountable for the team’s performance, guiding technical decisions within your domain and handling administrative responsibilities such as goal setting, mentorship, and performance reviews.

Main Responsibilities:

• Oversee and lead design, development, and maintenance of new and existing application features.
• Oversee and lead upgrades and refactoring of existing application functionality using modern technologies and frameworks such as React and Java.
• Participate in the architectural design and development of high-quality applications.

Expected Results:

• Strong Team Performance – Maintain a high-performing, accountable team that consistently delivers on sprint goals.
• Reliable Delivery – Ensure timely, high-quality releases that support business growth and market expansion.
• Technical Excellence – Drive Frontend (and optionally Java) best practices, ensuring maintainable, scalable, and efficient solutions.
• Operational Efficiency – Improve workflows, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance cross-functional collaboration.

Professional Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Frontend or Full Stack (Frontend + Java) Developer, with at least 2 years in a leadership or team lead capacity.
• Proven track record of contributing to 3+ projects (a portfolio or a GitHub account will be a significant plus).
• Strong knowledge of modern Frontend technologies and frameworks.
• Expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, React and their integrations with RESTful APIs.
• Deep understanding of micro-frontend architecture.
• Experience with state management (MobX, Redux, Zustand, etc.)
• Strong understanding of web security principles (OWASP, XSS/CSRF protection).
• Familiarity with build tools like Maven or Gradle.
• Adherence to software development best practices: SOLID, DRY, YAGNI, KISS principles, and GoF Patterns.
• Experience in CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Docker, CircleCI, or GitLab.
• Comfortable reading and refactoring existing codebases.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a diverse technical team in a distributed environment.
• Strong sense of initiative, proactivity, and accountability for team results.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Effective time management and organisational abilities.
• Results-oriented with a knack for problem-solving and decision-making.
• English - upper intermediate.

Will be a plus:

• Previous experience in the fintech industry.
• Experience with payment integrations.
• Familiarity with BPM tools, such as Camunda.
• Experience with Next.js.
• Expertise in React Native.
• Experience with UI component library design and management.
• Expertise in Java.
• Working experience with PostgreSQL and AWS technologies (e.g., Lambdas, API Gateway, DynamoDB).
• Experience with Microservices and Hexagonal architecture.

What We Offer:

• Join a fast-scaling FinTech company where your decisions shape the business and your contributions truly matter.
• Attractive compensation package aligned with your experience and performance, plus performance-based incentives.
• Enjoy 20 paid days off annually, flexible scheduling, and a supportive, people-first culture.
• Comprehensive medical coverage to keep you and your family protected.
• Work in an international, agile team with ambitious goals, modern tools, and a strong sense of purpose.