Team Lead - R&D Engineering

Clario; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare technology company is seeking an experienced software engineer to lead development of mobile applications for Android and iOS. This role includes software design, development, and application support for products in a regulated environment. Candidates should have at least 6 years of experience, a solid understanding of JavaScript and React, and strong communication skills. The opportunity provides a chance to influence clinical trials and develop innovative solutions in an Agile setting while working from the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience in enterprise-level software projects.
• Strong expertise in JavaScript and React or a comparable framework.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide software design and application support for products.
• Lead development of mobile applications for Android and iOS.
• Collaborate with teams across the product development lifecycle.

Skills

JavaScript

React

Object-oriented programming

CI/CD practices

Agile teamwork

Mobile application development

Communication skills

AI-assisted engineering tools

Kotlin

Swift

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide software design, development, and application support for Clario products in line with departmental standard operating procedures

• Lead and contribute to the development of native mobile applications for Android and iOS within the Trial Application Platform (TAP)

• Support both released software and new feature development across the TAP ecosystem

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the full product development lifecycle in an Agile environment

• Drive high‑quality, maintainable, and scalable solutions within a regulated clinical trials context

• Mentor and coach engineers, supporting technical growth and best practices across the team

• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and promote efficient, reliable delivery practices

• Apply AI‑assisted engineering techniques to improve development efficiency and solution quality

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience and training

• At least 6 years of experience working on enterprise‑level software projects

• Strong expertise in JavaScript, object‑oriented programming, and React or a comparable modern frontend framework

• Solid understanding of React Native concepts and mobile build processes; experience with Kotlin, Java, or Swift is desirable

• Proven experience with state management using mutable models

• Background working on modular, highly configurable platforms

• Experience with pixel manipulation, configurable forms, and video or audio functionality

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within collaborative, cross‑functional Agile teams

• Prior mentoring or coaching experience within an engineering environment

• Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines

• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD practices

• Competence with AI‑assisted engineering tools and workflows

• Ruby experience is a plus

• Ability to work from the United Kingdom (remote or hybrid, role‑dependent)

At Clario, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. It’s why we come to work—and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. Whether you’re advancing clinical science, building innovative technology, or supporting our global teams, your work helps bring life‑changing therapies to patients faster.

Clario is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description represent the major responsibilities of the position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned, as required. Clario reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of Clario. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract. The Department Head has the discretion to hire personnel with a combination of experience and education, which may vary from the above listed qualifications.