Lead Software Engineer Jobs in London

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Lead Software Engineer - Sustainable Cloud Native Platform

London, United Kingdom
Burns Sheehan
Lead Software Engineer | Sustainable Cloud Native Platform | Distributed Systems Up to £120,000 per annum plus 20% bonus plus stock London office Golang, Rust, C, Kubernetes, Linux, Cloud Native, Distributed systems Are you a Lead Software Engineer with considerable cloud/infrastructure experience? Looking … impact on projects? If so I'm partnered with a very exciting cloud startup who have received record funding and are looking for innovative Lead Software Engineers to join their ambitious team! With a new CTO who has spent much of their career building out a world leading … the-art, Greenfield code which can focus on being the worlds most accountable and sustainable cloud provider What they're looking for in a Lead Software Engineer: Tech agnostic but preferable experience working with Golang, Rust or C/C++ Experience working on software infrastructure or More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP 100,000 - 120,000 Annual
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Lead Software Engineer C# .Net Azure

Southwark, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
client server
Lead Software Engineer/Developer (C# .Net 8 Azure) London/WFH to £110k Do you have expertise with C# .Net backend development combined with technical leadership skills? You could be progressing your career in a hands-on leadership role, at a tech company that provide a … voted as a "Best Place to Work" overall, for Wellbeing and for Women and offer a wide range of perks and benefits. As a Lead Software Engineer you will provide technical leadership to two mid-senior Backend Software Engineers and remain hands-on with architecture, design … leading projects and mentoring others You have a "product based" mindset with a focus on delivery What's in it for you: As a Lead Software Engineer/Developer you will earn a competitive package: Salary to £110k 30 days holiday + Bank Holidays Training and career More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP 90,000 - 110,000 Annual
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Lead Software Engineer C# .Net Azure

South East London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Client Server
Lead Software Engineer/Developer (C# .Net 8 Azure) London/WFH to £110k Do you have expertise with C# .Net backend development combined with technical leadership skills? You could be progressing your career in a hands-on leadership role, at a tech company that provide a … voted as a 'Best Place to Work' overall, for Wellbeing and for Women and offer a wide range of perks and benefits. As a Lead Software Engineer you will provide technical leadership to two mid-senior Backend Software Engineers and remain hands-on with architecture, design … leading projects and mentoring others You have a 'product based' mindset with a focus on delivery What's in it for you: As a Lead Software Engineer/Developer you will earn a competitive package: Salary to £110k 30 days holiday + Bank Holidays Training and career More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
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Lead Software Engineer

South West London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Anson Mccade
Lead Software Engineer Location: London (Hybrid 23 days on-site per week) Salary: Up to £80,000 Security Clearance: SC required to start, must be eligible for Enhanced SC The Opportunity: Join a global leader in digital intelligence where your code protects lives. We're looking for … a Lead Software Engineer to build cutting-edge, secure applications for law enforcement and national security clients. The Role: Youll lead agile software teams delivering innovative, secure systems that support mission-critical capabilities. Working closely with end-users, youll be hands-on in shaping design … and growth is supported What You'll Bring: Strong experience with Java, JavaScript, .Net, or Python Hands-on involvement in designing, coding, and delivering software solutions Solid understanding of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab), version control (Git), and automated testing Familiarity with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) Ability More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £80,000
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Lead Software Engineer (Android)

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Lloyds Bank plc
Lead Software Engineer (Android) page is loaded Lead Software Engineer (Android) Apply locations London 25 Gresham Street time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: June 18, 2025 (27 days left to apply) job requisition id 110852 End … flexible working - click here for more information on flexible working options Flexible Working Options Hybrid Working Job Description Summary . Job Description JOB TITLE: Lead Software Engineer (Android) LOCATION(S): London SALARY: £104,686 - £125,000 HOURS: Full time WORKING PATTERN: Hybrid, 40% (or two days) in … our London office About this opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Consumer Servicing and Engagement Platform for a Lead Android Software Engineer. You'll be an advocate for Engineering, providing a voice to engineers within the teams, identifying and supporting their teams in resolution of impediments More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Lead Backend Software Engineer Golang

London
Hybrid / WFH Options
Client Server
Lead Backend Software Engineer/Developer (Go/Golang) London/WFH to £120k Are you a senior, backend focussed Software Engineer with strong Go/Golang coding skills and real-time messaging experience? You could be progressing your career in a hands-on leadership … at a global cryptocurrency market data and trade execution technology company that is experiencing great success and is growing as a result. As a Lead Backend Software Engineer you will work on cutting edge systems that handle a million messages per second from a diverse range of … similar technical discipline You have a personal interest in traditional financial markets or the cryptocurrency space What's in it for you: As a Lead Backend Software Engineer/Go you will receive a comprehensive package: Salary to £120k Bonus Continual learning and self development opportunities working More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £100,000 - £120,000
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Lead Software Engineer

London, UK
developrec
Lead Software Engineer – Cloud & Data Orchestration Hybrid (1–2 days/week in office) | £140k+ Package | Security-Cleared or Security Clearable required Location: London | Sector: Intelligence, Analytics & Secure Data | Process: 3 stages Our client is a mission-driven consultancy delivering high-impact intelligence, research, and technical services … private sector clients globally and the brand are well known for making real-world difference. As we continue to expand, we’re hiring a Lead Software Engineer/Founding Engineer to take the reins of a specialist engineering unit delivering microservice-based cloud and data solutions … and Kubernetes in a cloud-agnostic environment Guiding architecture and implementation of large-scale data pipelines for structured and unstructured data Steering direction on software stack, best practices, and legacy tech modernisation Collaborating with a multidisciplinary group including intelligence analysts, researchers, and domain specialists Supporting clients working in highly More ❯
Employment Type: Full-time
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Lead Software Engineer

City Of London, England, United Kingdom
developrec
Lead Software Engineer – Cloud & Data Orchestration 📍 Hybrid (1–2 days/week in office) | 💼 £140k+ Package | 🕵️‍♂️ Security-Cleared or Security Clearable required Location: London | Sector: Intelligence, Analytics & Secure Data | Process: 3 stages Our client is a mission-driven consultancy delivering high-impact intelligence, research, and technical services … private sector clients globally and the brand are well known for making real-world difference. As we continue to expand, we’re hiring a Lead Software Engineer/Founding Engineer to take the reins of a specialist engineering unit delivering microservice-based cloud and data solutions … and Kubernetes in a cloud-agnostic environment Guiding architecture and implementation of large-scale data pipelines for structured and unstructured data Steering direction on software stack, best practices, and legacy tech modernisation Collaborating with a multidisciplinary group including intelligence analysts, researchers, and domain specialists Supporting clients working in highly More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer

london, south east england, united kingdom
developrec
Lead Software Engineer – Cloud & Data Orchestration 📍 Hybrid (1–2 days/week in office) | 💼 £140k+ Package | 🕵️‍♂️ Security-Cleared or Security Clearable required Location: London | Sector: Intelligence, Analytics & Secure Data | Process: 3 stages Our client is a mission-driven consultancy delivering high-impact intelligence, research, and technical services … private sector clients globally and the brand are well known for making real-world difference. As we continue to expand, we’re hiring a Lead Software Engineer/Founding Engineer to take the reins of a specialist engineering unit delivering microservice-based cloud and data solutions … and Kubernetes in a cloud-agnostic environment Guiding architecture and implementation of large-scale data pipelines for structured and unstructured data Steering direction on software stack, best practices, and legacy tech modernisation Collaborating with a multidisciplinary group including intelligence analysts, researchers, and domain specialists Supporting clients working in highly More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
developrec
Lead Software Engineer – Cloud & Data Orchestration 📍 Hybrid (1–2 days/week in office) | 💼 £140k+ Package | 🕵️‍♂️ Security-Cleared or Security Clearable required Location: London | Sector: Intelligence, Analytics & Secure Data | Process: 3 stages Our client is a mission-driven consultancy delivering high-impact intelligence, research, and technical services … private sector clients globally and the brand are well known for making real-world difference. As we continue to expand, we’re hiring a Lead Software Engineer/Founding Engineer to take the reins of a specialist engineering unit delivering microservice-based cloud and data solutions … and Kubernetes in a cloud-agnostic environment Guiding architecture and implementation of large-scale data pipelines for structured and unstructured data Steering direction on software stack, best practices, and legacy tech modernisation Collaborating with a multidisciplinary group including intelligence analysts, researchers, and domain specialists Supporting clients working in highly More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer - Documentum

London, United Kingdom
amber labs
Lead Software Engineer - Documentum Location: Remote The Company: At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all … and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. Job Overview: We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer (Full Stack) for an exciting project that centralises communication and media services. This critical initiative is built on robust document … management tools and cutting-edge technologies. We are seeking a dynamic Lead Software Engineer with strong Documentum experience and leadership capabilities. The ideal candidate is technically skilled and thrives in a collaborative, Agile environment, with the ability to guide teams and drive successful project outcomes. Key Responsibilities More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Lead Software Engineer (City Of London)

City of London, Greater London, UK
developrec
Lead Software Engineer – Cloud & Data Orchestration Hybrid (1–2 days/week in office) | £140k+ Package | ️‍♂️ Security-Cleared or Security Clearable required Location: London | Sector: Intelligence, Analytics & Secure Data | Process: 3 stages Our client is a mission-driven consultancy delivering high-impact intelligence, research, and technical services … private sector clients globally and the brand are well known for making real-world difference. As we continue to expand, we’re hiring a Lead Software Engineer/Founding Engineer to take the reins of a specialist engineering unit delivering microservice-based cloud and data solutions … and Kubernetes in a cloud-agnostic environment Guiding architecture and implementation of large-scale data pipelines for structured and unstructured data Steering direction on software stack, best practices, and legacy tech modernisation Collaborating with a multidisciplinary group including intelligence analysts, researchers, and domain specialists Supporting clients working in highly More ❯
Employment Type: Part-time
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Lead Software Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Anson McCade
Lead Software Engineer/Technical Lead – SC Cleared Location: London (Hybrid – 2-3 days onsite per week) Salary: £55,000 – £80,000 Clearance: SC to start – Must be eligible for Enhanced SC We're looking for an experienced Lead Software Engineer/Technical … Lead to join a specialist team in London, helping to shape and deliver critical defence capabilities. This is your chance to work within a collaborative, agile environment delivering high-impact software that directly contributes to national safety and intelligence efforts. If you thrive in mission-focused teams, enjoy … mentoring engineers, and want to stay close to code while leading the charge technically, this is your next move. Role Overview As a Technical Lead, you will: Guide a high-performing team building secure, end-to-end applications and services. Shape technical architecture and delivery strategy on a range More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Anson McCade
Lead Software Engineer/Technical Lead – SC Cleared Location: London (Hybrid – 2-3 days onsite per week) Salary: £55,000 – £80,000 Clearance: SC to start – Must be eligible for Enhanced SC We're looking for an experienced Lead Software Engineer/Technical … Lead to join a specialist team in London, helping to shape and deliver critical defence capabilities. This is your chance to work within a collaborative, agile environment delivering high-impact software that directly contributes to national safety and intelligence efforts. If you thrive in mission-focused teams, enjoy … mentoring engineers, and want to stay close to code while leading the charge technically, this is your next move. Role Overview As a Technical Lead, you will: Guide a high-performing team building secure, end-to-end applications and services. Shape technical architecture and delivery strategy on a range More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Anson McCade
Lead Software Developer If you are a Lead Software Developer hoping to sharpen their skills in a highly-technical environment or a Senior Engineer hoping to take the jump to lead, one of the leading British brands and a pioneer in CyberSec is hiring. … s an opportunity to act as a player coach- gaining or building on previous leadership experience while staying hands on. As a role the Lead Software Developer position lends itself to someone that wants to lead from the front- a technologist that wants the accountability and softer … skill development of a lead role without sacrificing technical skills. The person- We’re searching for someone that either has broad technical exposure (.Net/Java/Python) or a specialism in backend language and a willingness to learn more technologies. You’ll have experience either managing/leading More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Anson McCade
Lead Software Developer If you are a Lead Software Developer hoping to sharpen their skills in a highly-technical environment or a Senior Engineer hoping to take the jump to lead, one of the leading British brands and a pioneer in CyberSec is hiring. … s an opportunity to act as a player coach- gaining or building on previous leadership experience while staying hands on. As a role the Lead Software Developer position lends itself to someone that wants to lead from the front- a technologist that wants the accountability and softer … skill development of a lead role without sacrificing technical skills. The person- We’re searching for someone that either has broad technical exposure (.Net/Java/Python) or a specialism in backend language and a willingness to learn more technologies. You’ll have experience either managing/leading More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer

london, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Anson McCade
Lead Software Developer If you are a Lead Software Developer hoping to sharpen their skills in a highly-technical environment or a Senior Engineer hoping to take the jump to lead, one of the leading British brands and a pioneer in CyberSec is hiring. … s an opportunity to act as a player coach- gaining or building on previous leadership experience while staying hands on. As a role the Lead Software Developer position lends itself to someone that wants to lead from the front- a technologist that wants the accountability and softer … skill development of a lead role without sacrificing technical skills. The person- We’re searching for someone that either has broad technical exposure (.Net/Java/Python) or a specialism in backend language and a willingness to learn more technologies. You’ll have experience either managing/leading More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Anson McCade
Lead Software Developer If you are a Lead Software Developer hoping to sharpen their skills in a highly-technical environment or a Senior Engineer hoping to take the jump to lead, one of the leading British brands and a pioneer in CyberSec is hiring. … s an opportunity to act as a player coach- gaining or building on previous leadership experience while staying hands on. As a role the Lead Software Developer position lends itself to someone that wants to lead from the front- a technologist that wants the accountability and softer … skill development of a lead role without sacrificing technical skills. The person- We’re searching for someone that either has broad technical exposure (.Net/Java/Python) or a specialism in backend language and a willingness to learn more technologies. You’ll have experience either managing/leading More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Michael James Associates
Lead Software engineer Insurance - Guidewire implementation Hybrid working (3 days per week in office) This role unfortunately cannot offer sponsorship I'm looking for a Senior/Lead software engineer to join a leading specialty insurance client of ours. This person will lead More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer

london, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Michael James Associates
Lead Software engineer Insurance - Guidewire implementation Hybrid working (3 days per week in office) This role unfortunately cannot offer sponsorship I'm looking for a Senior/Lead software engineer to join a leading specialty insurance client of ours. This person will lead More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer - London hybrid - £800+ Per day

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Pontoon
Lead Software Engineer Location: London (hybrid 2 days onsite) Type: £800+ Per day (12 month Contract) We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer who is experienced within Payment Management and PCM. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of talented engineers … guiding them in designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge software applications. Key Responsibilities: Lead the configurement, scripting, and reporting of software solutions that meet business requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring high availability and … performance of applications. Mentor and support team members, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration. Requirements: Experience in software development, with a strong focus on PCM, swift and Java Proven experience in a leadership role, with the ability to motivate and guide a team. Solid understanding of payment management More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: £800 - £1000/day
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Lead Software Engineer

South East London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Halian Technology Limited
Lead Engineer (C#/.Net/Azure) Central London/Hybrid £100k - £115k + Package About Us Were a fast-growing digital marketing company based in the heart of London, helping brands drive performance through data-led campaigns, cutting-edge technology, and powerful insights. Our engineering team is … central to this mission, building the scalable platforms and products that underpin our success. We're now looking for a Lead Engineer to help shape our technology vision, lead project delivery, and grow a high-performing engineering team. Role Overview As a Lead Engineer , youll … responsible for designing scalable architectures, leading a small team of engineers, and delivering high-impact digital products. This role suits a highly experienced Senior Engineer with a background in C#/.NET , strong system architecture expertise , and a track record of successfully leading small engineering teams in a fast More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
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Lead Software Engineer - 95% Remote - £85k - ID41216

Central London, UK
Hybrid / WFH Options
Humand Talent
Lead Software Engineer – UK Remote | £80,000 to £85,000 | Hands-on Leadership in Scalable Systems Are you a technical leader ready to guide a high-performing engineering team? Do you enjoy mentoring others while staying close to architecture and system design? Interested in shaping tools that … support real-world infrastructure at scale? We’re recruiting for a Lead Software Engineer on behalf of a fast-growing technology company whose platform is relied upon across thousands of physical locations in the UK and internationally. Known for their innovative approach and people-first culture, our … leadership with technical direction, ideal for someone who enjoys working across the full product lifecycle while helping others grow. Why This Role is Great Lead a talented team delivering software that supports the installation, configuration and maintenance of distributed systems at scale Balance hands-on technical design with More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer - 95% Remote - £85k - ID41216

West London, UK
Hybrid / WFH Options
Humand Talent
Lead Software Engineer – UK Remote | £80,000 to £85,000 | Hands-on Leadership in Scalable Systems Are you a technical leader ready to guide a high-performing engineering team? Do you enjoy mentoring others while staying close to architecture and system design? Interested in shaping tools that … support real-world infrastructure at scale? We’re recruiting for a Lead Software Engineer on behalf of a fast-growing technology company whose platform is relied upon across thousands of physical locations in the UK and internationally. Known for their innovative approach and people-first culture, our … leadership with technical direction, ideal for someone who enjoys working across the full product lifecycle while helping others grow. Why This Role is Great Lead a talented team delivering software that supports the installation, configuration and maintenance of distributed systems at scale Balance hands-on technical design with More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer - 95% Remote - £85k - ID41216

East London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Humand Talent
Lead Software Engineer – UK Remote | £80,000 to £85,000 | Hands-on Leadership in Scalable Systems Are you a technical leader ready to guide a high-performing engineering team? Do you enjoy mentoring others while staying close to architecture and system design? Interested in shaping tools that … support real-world infrastructure at scale? We’re recruiting for a Lead Software Engineer on behalf of a fast-growing technology company whose platform is relied upon across thousands of physical locations in the UK and internationally. Known for their innovative approach and people-first culture, our … leadership with technical direction, ideal for someone who enjoys working across the full product lifecycle while helping others grow. Why This Role is Great Lead a talented team delivering software that supports the installation, configuration and maintenance of distributed systems at scale Balance hands-on technical design with More ❯
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Lead Software Engineer
London
10th Percentile
£83,750
25th Percentile
£92,500
Median
£110,000
75th Percentile
£119,375
90th Percentile
£120,000