Software Engineering Team Lead

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham (AL); Remote; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Team Lead specializing in C++. This remote-first role involves managing a team of six engineers and contributing to the development of a global software tool. Ideal candidates will have solid C++ experience, leadership skills, and a strong understanding of databases. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Pension

Private Healthcare

Flexible Holiday Options

Qualifications

• Solid experience in C++ (C++17 ideally).
• Prior experience leading development teams (6 months+ leadership).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of six senior C++ developers.
• Contribute to the design and development of a compiler-like backend tool.
• Collaborate with QA, Support, and other technical leads.

Skills

C++

Communication

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

Postgres

Job description

Job Description

Senior Software Engineering Team Lead (C++)

Remote first - Office in Birmingham

Up to £90,000 + benefits

We're looking for an experienced C++ Software Team Lead to manage a team of six highly skilled senior engineers working on a software development tool used globally.

This is a varied role blending technical leadership with hands-on C++ development. You'll lead the delivery of core platform functionality across Windows, Linux, and AIX systems.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and mentor a team of six senior C++ developers (line management, project planning, delivery).
• Contribute directly to the design and development of a compiler-like backend tool.
• Collaborate with QA, Support, and other technical leads across the business.
• Navigate project planning, team challenges, and cross-functional coordination.
• Work in a complex, database-centric software environment.

What we're looking for

• Solid experience in C++ (C++17 ideally)
• Strong understanding of databases — SQL Server, Oracle, or Postgres.
• Prior experience leading development teams (6 months+ leadership).
• Excellent communicator

Why this role?

• Be part of a highly experienced team building core platform tech, not just applications.
• Work with autonomy in a remote first role.
• Excellent opportunity to grow into a Development Manager role.
• Competitive salary + strong benefits including pension, private healthcare, and flexible holiday options.

If you enjoy solving complex problems, leading strong teams, and working on deep technical products using C++ apply now or email your CV to [e-mail]