-x6 Tech leads/Software Team Leads-

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Remote; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech-for-good company based in Swindon seeks multiple Tech Leads/Software Team Leads to join a new team focused on developing large-scale mobile and web applications. The role emphasizes backend coding and database design, offering a competitive salary and extensive benefits including full remote working, gym membership, and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Gym membership

Laptops provided

Fully remote working

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or related field is highly desirable.
• Experience as a Software Team Lead or Staff Engineer.
• Proficient in relational databases, especially MySQL.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the entire development process from design to deployment.
• Optimize backend code and implement monitoring systems.
• Proactively communicate with colleagues to refine application design.

Skills

Backend Optimization

Team Communication

Problem Solving

Clean Code Practices

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

MySQL

PHP

Symfony

Laravel

AWS

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Location:

Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking x6 Tech leads/Staff Engineers to work for a rapidly growing TECH FOR GOOD business. The company is building a new team to develop large-scale mobile and web applications backend, focusing on backend coding and database design with an emphasis on performance and reliability.

This is an excellent opportunity for software engineers who value strong company ethics and customer and employee care.

Key Accountabilities

• Participate in the entire development process from design to deployment and support
• Communicate proactively with colleagues to refine application design
• Suggest and implement innovative solutions
• Optimize backend code, identify bottlenecks, and implement visualization and monitoring systems as needed

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Degree in Computer Science or related field (highly desirable)
• Experience as a Software Team Lead or Staff Engineer; Lead Engineer considered
• Experience with Service-oriented architecture
• Knowledge of backend optimization, especially with MySQL or similar
• Proficiency in relational databases and SQL, preferably MySQL
• Strong PHP skills, understanding its strengths and weaknesses
• Experience with PHP frameworks like Symfony and Laravel

Languages: PHP, Ruby-on-Rails, Java, Python, C#

Frameworks & Technologies: Vue.js, TypeScript, Angular, React, AWS, GraphQL, REST APIs, TDD, DDD, Scrum, Kanban

About You

• Self-motivated and independent worker
• Passionate about writing clean, reusable code
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Positive, logical, eager to learn
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality
• Immediate availability for interviews

This role offers a salary of £75,000 - £100,000 depending on experience, plus benefits including 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, gym membership, laptops, and fully remote working. The company is one of the UK's fastest-growing firms, with opportunities for career progression and a strong commitment to sustainability and positive impact.

Interested candidates should send their updated CV promptly to avoid missing out.