Lead Developer Jobs in England

1 to 25 of 91 Lead Developer Jobs in England

Senior Lead Developer

London, United Kingdom
Stackstudio Digital Ltd
Job title: Senior/Lead Developer Location: London, UK Job type: Contract (Inside IR35) About the Role As a Senior or Lead Insurance Developer, you will be responsible for participating in business requirements review meetings, and providing design & solutions on user stories to be implemented on Insurance projects. You will estimate the development effort during sprint … planning meetings, design, develop, unit test, and document new and existing software solutions as per requirements.What will you do? Senior Developer Develop software solutions that meet high-performing technical standards and are created using Insurance best practices. Focus on leveraging Insurance Tech software platforms, like Guidewire InsuranceSuite. Configuration of software platforms to meet requirements. Development of customizations to change … and assist in the resolution of technical issues. Prepare and produce software releases. Participate in daily standup meetings, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Contribute to POC to support new opportunities. Lead Developer All responsibilities of the Senior Insurance Developer, plus: lead and mentor a team of developers. Provide technical leadership and guidance on best practices. Collaborate with More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Posted:

Lead .Net Software Developer

Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
hireful
Are you a hands-on Lead or Senior .Net Developer ready to shape architecture and guide talented developers? Want a hybrid role with 3 days WFH? This is your chance to stay close to the code while making key technical decisions that drive real business impact. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team building cutting-edge products … with the support, tools, and flexibility to thrive. Role: Lead Software Developer, Senior .Net Developer, Software Engineering Manager, Senior Full Stack Developer, Lead .Net Developer, Lead Software Engineer, Senior C# Developer Salary: £65k - £75k base + Bonus Benefits: 5% pension, 25 days holiday, 2 wellbeing days, Christmas shutdown, private healthcare, life assurance More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP 65,000 - 75,000 Annual
Posted:

Lead .Net Software Developer

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, South East, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Hireful
Are you a hands-on Lead or Senior .Net Developer ready to shape architecture and guide talented developers? Want a hybrid role with 3 days WFH? This is your chance to stay close to the code while making key technical decisions that drive real business impact. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team building cutting-edge products … with the support, tools, and flexibility to thrive. Role: Lead Software Developer, Senior .Net Developer, Software Engineering Manager, Senior Full Stack Developer, Lead .Net Developer, Lead Software Engineer, Senior C# Developer Salary: £65k - £75k base + Bonus Benefits: 5% pension, 25 days holiday, 2 wellbeing days, Christmas shutdown, private healthcare, life assurance More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £70,000
Posted:

Lead.NET Developer

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Noir Consulting
Lead .NET Developer - Europe's Largest Radio Station Group - Peterborough (Tech stack: Lead .NET Developer, .NET 9, C#, React, Azure, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Agile, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, Lead .NET Developer) Our client is Europe's largest and most profitable commercial radio group. In order to keep pace with the new digital technologies … being developed, they are transforming their stations into interactive brands that can operate across multiple platforms such as online, digital TV and mobile. As such we are seeking Lead .NET Developer to technically lead their dynamic .NET/C# team of high flying individuals. Lead .NET Developer applicants should have previous experience of working in … a lead or senior capacity in a software development team and a skill set that encompasses: .NET, .NET Core/ASP.NET MVC, C# and Azure SQL. Our client can provide you with industry recognised training in: .NET 9, React, EF Core, Azure, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Agile, TDD, BDD, Azure SQL and MongoDB. This is an exciting opportunity to work More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
Posted:

Lead Java Developer

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Talent
Lead Java Developer 6 Months Hybrid working 1 day a week on site £500-£550 per a day inside IR35 Talent Consulting is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to join one of our government clients on a large-scale digital transformation programme. You’ll lead a team delivering modern, cloud-native solutions—rebuilding internal … systems, creating efficient digital processes, and ensuring scalable, high-quality software delivery. As Lead Java Developer you will be responsible for: Design and develop modern, cloud-based services using Java and Node.js. Build and maintain microservices and UI components, ensuring seamless integration between front-end interfaces and back-end APIs. Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and other … such as Terraform. Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI. Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to deliver modern, responsive UI experiences. As a Lead Developer you will have the following experience: Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Extensive hands-on experience developing modern cloud-native applications using Java and Node.js. Strong More ❯
Posted:

Lead Java Developer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Talent
Lead Java Developer 6 Months Hybrid working 1 day a week on site £500-£550 per a day inside IR35 Talent Consulting is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to join one of our government clients on a large-scale digital transformation programme. You’ll lead a team delivering modern, cloud-native solutions—rebuilding internal … systems, creating efficient digital processes, and ensuring scalable, high-quality software delivery. As Lead Java Developer you will be responsible for: Design and develop modern, cloud-based services using Java and Node.js. Build and maintain microservices and UI components, ensuring seamless integration between front-end interfaces and back-end APIs. Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and other … such as Terraform. Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI. Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to deliver modern, responsive UI experiences. As a Lead Developer you will have the following experience: Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Extensive hands-on experience developing modern cloud-native applications using Java and Node.js. Strong More ❯
Posted:

Lead Java Developer

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Talent
Lead Java Developer 6 Months Hybrid working 1 day a week on site £500-£550 per a day inside IR35 Talent Consulting is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to join one of our government clients on a large-scale digital transformation programme. You’ll lead a team delivering modern, cloud-native solutions—rebuilding internal … systems, creating efficient digital processes, and ensuring scalable, high-quality software delivery. As Lead Java Developer you will be responsible for: Design and develop modern, cloud-based services using Java and Node.js. Build and maintain microservices and UI components, ensuring seamless integration between front-end interfaces and back-end APIs. Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and other … such as Terraform. Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI. Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to deliver modern, responsive UI experiences. As a Lead Developer you will have the following experience: Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Extensive hands-on experience developing modern cloud-native applications using Java and Node.js. Strong More ❯
Posted:

Lead Java Developer

london, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Talent
Lead Java Developer 6 Months Hybrid working 1 day a week on site £500-£550 per a day inside IR35 Talent Consulting is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to join one of our government clients on a large-scale digital transformation programme. You’ll lead a team delivering modern, cloud-native solutions—rebuilding internal … systems, creating efficient digital processes, and ensuring scalable, high-quality software delivery. As Lead Java Developer you will be responsible for: Design and develop modern, cloud-based services using Java and Node.js. Build and maintain microservices and UI components, ensuring seamless integration between front-end interfaces and back-end APIs. Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and other … such as Terraform. Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI. Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to deliver modern, responsive UI experiences. As a Lead Developer you will have the following experience: Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Extensive hands-on experience developing modern cloud-native applications using Java and Node.js. Strong More ❯
Posted:

Lead Java Developer

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Talent
Lead Java Developer 6 Months Hybrid working 1 day a week on site £500-£550 per a day inside IR35 Talent Consulting is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to join one of our government clients on a large-scale digital transformation programme. You’ll lead a team delivering modern, cloud-native solutions—rebuilding internal … systems, creating efficient digital processes, and ensuring scalable, high-quality software delivery. As Lead Java Developer you will be responsible for: Design and develop modern, cloud-based services using Java and Node.js. Build and maintain microservices and UI components, ensuring seamless integration between front-end interfaces and back-end APIs. Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and other … such as Terraform. Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI. Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to deliver modern, responsive UI experiences. As a Lead Developer you will have the following experience: Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Extensive hands-on experience developing modern cloud-native applications using Java and Node.js. Strong More ❯
Posted:

Lead Developer

Birmingham, West Midlands, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Investigo
Lead Developer (Dynamics 365 & Power Platform) Location: Birmingham (2 days a week onsite) Contract: Permanent Salary & Benefits: up to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Overview A industry regulatory body is undergoing significant digital transformation and seeking a Lead Developer to drive this forward and join its IT Development team. This role offers the opportunity to lead … that support business-critical functions. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical delivery, team mentorship, and solution architecture within a modern cloud-first environment. The Role Lead and mentor a team of 5, overseeing the design, development, and integration of Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions. Manage the full development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £55000 - £60000/annum
Posted:

Lead Developer, Hybrid/Flex, London 700-800 pd inside

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
SmartSourcing Ltd
2X LEAD DEVELOPER - 6 months CONTRACT - HYBRID ROLE BASED IN LONDON - RATE 700 - 800 PD INSIDE - VALID SC IS PREFERRED London office 1-3 days a week however that may not be every week. On site requirement is going to change depending on demand therefore need candidates who can be fully flexible to go on site in London … A lead developer leads development on one or a small number of related project teams. At this level, you will: Guide the ways in which the team works Be proficient in a wide range of technical systems Be involved in identifying appropriate technology and approaches, deciding when software should be written Contribute to the developer community Provide … and user researcher Hands-on experience with low-code platforms (like Power Platform) Strong delivery capability with languages like Python and frameworks like LangChain (as examples) Python (expected with lead developer working in AI) Sharepoint, Power Platfom, Vertex, Bedrock, Azure AI Foundry Microsoft ideal PLEASE APPLY ONLINE ONLY SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: GBP 700 - 800 Daily
Posted:

Lead Developer

London, United Kingdom
IO Associates
Lead Developer £800 per day (Inside IR35) Hybrid London (1-3 days per week on-site) SC cleared or eligible Our client, a government organisation, is seeking an experienced Lead Developer to guide technical direction and deliver innovative low-code and AI solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead on technical and architectural decisions across projects click apply More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: GBP Annual
Posted:

Lead Developer (Laravel)

Exeter, Devon, South West, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Your Tech Future
Lead Developer (Laravel) Location: Exeter/Hybrid (3 days in office) Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE Contract: Permanent, Full-time Career Progression | Collaborative Culture | Modern Tech Stack | Exciting Growth Phase Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Developer with strong Laravel expertise and a solid understanding of full-stack and back-end development to join … will suit someone who enjoys balancing technical leadership with hands-on coding, thrives in a collaborative environment, and takes pride in building elegant, efficient, and maintainable software. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, build, and deployment of scalable new platform features Architect clean, secure, and maintainable technical solutions Develop high-quality code across Laravel (PHP) and React (JavaScript/TypeScript … engineering teams to deliver robust, user-focused solutions Guide and mentor developers, championing best practice and continuous improvement Skills & Experience Proven experience as a full-stack or back-end developer with strong Laravel expertise Proficiency in React, MySQL, and cloud platforms (ideally AWS) Background in architecting and deploying complex applications Experience leading or mentoring within a development team Strong More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £70,000
Posted:

Lead Developer/ Software Developer

Durham, County Durham, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Reed Technology
We're on the lookout for a Lead Developer who combines deep technical expertise with a passion for innovation. If you're a lead developer with a strategic mindset and enjoy mentoring others while shaping bespoke digital solutions, this could be your next big move. Your Role at a Glance: Collaborate with senior stakeholders and clients … tailored to complex business needs. Contribute directly to development efforts where your skills make a difference. What You Bring: A strong foundation in software development, ideally as a Senior Developer or Software architect. Proven experience gathering and translating requirements for complex systems. A genuine curiosity for technology and a broad interest in software projects. Solid grasp of the full More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £65000 - £75000/annum
Posted:

Java Patching Lead Developer

Telford, Shropshire, England, United Kingdom
TXP Technology x People
Lead Developer - Live Services Java Patching Rate: £508 per day Start Date: 24th November (TBC) Location: Remote/On-site as required Telford Security Clearance: Active SC preferred due to timescale of the project We are seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to oversee and deliver a critical Live Services Java Patching Programme within Central Government. … take a leading role in planning, coordinating, and executing the patching exercise, working closely with a small development team and key stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end Java patching and upgrade process for live Central Government services. Ensure all upgrades meet technical, contractual, and security compliance standards. Collaborate effectively with development teams More ❯
Employment Type: Contractor
Rate: £0 per annum
Posted:

AI Lead Developer

Colchester, Essex, South East, United Kingdom
Colchester Institute Enterprises Limited
the IT & Digital Services department. By joining our team, you'll help shape the future workforce and make a lasting impact on the lives of learners. Job Title: AI Lead Developer As AI Lead Developer, you'll have the opportunity to drive innovation through the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI applications that enhance efficiency … operational systems (e.g. LMS, CRM, VLEs). Act as an AI subject matter expert, mentoring colleagues and promoting best practice in AI adoption. If you're a skilled AI developer with a passion for innovation and ethical technology, and a commitment to education, we want YOU on our team! Essential Qualifications: Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in IT More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £45,000
Posted:

Lead Full-Stack Developer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Reed Technology
Lead Full-stack Developer Location: Holborn, Central London (Hybrid) Job Type: Full-time Direct Reports: x5 Senior Developers Reporting to: Head of AI & Technology An exciting new permanent opportunity has become available for a Lead Full-stack Developer, to join a juggernaut organisation in the recruitment industry. A highly dynamic, ambitious and fast-growing team dedicated … to transforming the recruitment landscape through AI-driven, human-centered technology. This is a pivotal role where you will lead a team of 5 Senior Developers, focusing on hands-on coding and providing technical leadership underneath the guidance of the Head of AI & Technology. Day-to-day of the role: Lead and mentor a team of 5 Senior … high performance. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, ensuring platform reliability and uptime. Required Skills & Qualifications: 10+ years of commercial software development experience, with at least 5 years in a lead developer role. Proven track record in leading small, high-performing engineering teams in fast-paced environments. Deep expertise in full-stack development, including: TypeScript/JavaScript (NextJS, NodeJS More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Posted:

Lead Developer

County Durham, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Reed
We’re on the lookout for a Lead Developer who combines deep technical expertise with a passion for innovation. If you’re a lead developer with a strategic mindset and enjoy mentoring others while shaping bespoke digital solutions, this could be your next big move. Your Role at a Glance: Collaborate with senior stakeholders and clients … tailored to complex business needs. Contribute directly to development efforts where your skills make a difference. What You Bring: A strong foundation in software development, ideally as a Senior Developer or Software architect. Proven experience gathering and translating requirements for complex systems. A genuine curiosity for technology and a broad interest in software projects. Solid grasp of the full More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum, Inc benefits
Posted:

Lead Python Developer

East London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Tech 4
Lead Python Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT) - health tech - tech for good, make a positive impact on the world. Highly successful and fast growing organisation has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Python Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT). JOB PURPOSE Part of the extended Technology Leadership Team, the Lead Python Developer … publishing software, systems, and customer- facing digital products. They will provide technical supervision and guidance across the team, establishing and maintaining the development processes and working practices. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES Lead the development and maintenance of software, in line with organisational objectives for a specific team. Promote the creation of high-quality code using modern agile engineering practices such as … development of team members through mentoring and coaching. Work closely with Head of Engineering and act as a representative for engineering to your respective team. Work closely with other Lead Software Developers to ensure consistent ways of working and help limit duplication and waste. Contribute to, and work in accordance to the Engineering Team Charter and other organisational strategies More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £75,000
Posted:

Lead Python Developer

E1 0AA, Shadwell, Greater London, United Kingdom
Tech4 Ltd
Lead Python Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT) - health tech - tech for good, make a positive impact on the world. Highly successful and fast growing organisation has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Python Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT). JOB PURPOSE Part of the extended Technology Leadership Team, the Lead Python Developer … publishing software, systems, and customer- facing digital products. They will provide technical supervision and guidance across the team, establishing and maintaining the development processes and working practices. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES Lead the development and maintenance of software, in line with organisational objectives for a specific team. Promote the creation of high-quality code using modern agile engineering practices such as … development of team members through mentoring and coaching. Work closely with Head of Engineering and act as a representative for engineering to your respective team. Work closely with other Lead Software Developers to ensure consistent ways of working and help limit duplication and waste. Contribute to, and work in accordance to the Engineering Team Charter and other organisational strategies More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £76000/annum + excellent benefits
Posted:

.Net lead developer

London, United Kingdom
Axiom Software Solutions Limited
Overview Job Title: Dot Net Lead/Developer Position: 2( 1 Lead and 1 Developer) Job Type: Permanent Job Location: London, UK(EC3M, 3-4 Days/week onsite) Start date: ASAP Budget: 60 K for Developer and 70 K GBP/year for Lead Requirements Must Have Skills: dotnet core(Server side), Azure … Cloud, Azure DevOps, Microservices Architecture, NoSQL Years of Experience: 8+ Years for Lead/5+ year for Developer Responsibilities Proven experience as a .NET Core Developer with expertise in Microsoft Azure. Proficiency in C# and .NET Core for server-side development. Excellent Coding skills and best practices Strong experience of Azure services, including but not limited to More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
Posted:

Lead Software Developer .Net Azure SaaS

Reigate, Surrey, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Client Server Ltd
Lead Software Developer/Engineer (C# .Net Azure SaaS) Reigate/WFH to £100k Do you have expertise with C# cloud based development combined with technical/team leadership skills? You could be progressing your career, in a senior, hands-on leadership role working on complex and technically challenging systems with continual learning opportunities a global Fintech. What … s in it for you: As a Lead Software Developer you will receive a competitive salary plus a range of perks and benefits: Up to £100k salary plus bonus (c30%) Hybrid working (3 days a week work from home) Enhanced parental leave 25 days holiday (plus buy days and your birthday off) Pension, Health Care and Life Assurance … Training and career development Social events and a range of other perks Your role: As a Lead Software Developer you'll manage three Agile teams comprising around ten experienced software engineers, responsible for the flagship SaaS insurance platform that handles 4 billion requests per month. You'll play a key role in architecting, designing and developing new features More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £85,000 - £100,000 per annum
Posted:

Lead C# Developer .Net Azure SaaS

Reigate, Surrey, South East, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Client Server
Lead C# Developer/Software Engineer (C# .Net Azure SaaS) Reigate/WFH to £100k Do you have expertise with C# cloud based development combined with technical/team leadership skills? You could be progressing your career, in a senior, hands-on leadership role working on complex and technically challenging systems with continual learning opportunities a global Fintech. … As a Lead C# Developer you'll manage three Agile teams comprising around ten experienced software engineers, responsible for the flagship SaaS insurance platform that handles 4 billion requests per month. You'll play a key role in architecting, designing and developing new features and enhancements whilst ensuring high levels of security, reliability, maintainability, usability and performance. You … of CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) You're likely to be degree educated in a relevant STEM discipline What's in it for you: As a Lead C# Developer you will receive a competitive salary plus a range of perks and benefits: Up to £100k salary plus bonus (c30%) Hybrid working (3 days a week More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Posted:

Lead Python Developer

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Syntax Consultancy Ltd
Lead Python Developer Leeds (Hybrid) Permanent to £80,000 (DOE) Lead Python Developer needed for a permanent career opportunity based in Leeds (Hybrid). Start ASAP during Autumn 2025. Hybrid Working: 3 days/week remote (WFH), and 2 days/week working on-site in the Leeds office. A chance to work with a leading More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £80000/annum to £80k (DOE)
Posted:

Lead Software Developer

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Copello
Lead Software Developer – Systems Simulation & Experimentation Are you ready to lead the development of cutting-edge simulation and experimentation environments that shape the future of defence systems? We’re looking for a proactive and passionate Lead Software Developer to join our expanding team in Systems Simulation & Experimentation, creating innovative solutions that deliver an end-to … days per week on-site) Salary: Up to £65,000 (plus bonus and excellent benefits) Security: British Citizenship & ability to obtain clearance required What you’ll do: Lead a small software team developing synthetic environments and simulation components. Work with C++ and C# to build advanced, real-time systems. Collaborate with project leads, simulation architects and multi-disciplinary teams. More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £55000 - £65000/annum Bonus of up to 21%, 14% pension
Posted:
Lead Developer
England
10th Percentile
£58,000
25th Percentile
£67,500
Median
£76,000
75th Percentile
£91,250
90th Percentile
£140,500