1 to 25 of 29 Lead Software Engineer Jobs in the South East

Lead Software Engineer – Embedded Firmware | R&D Department Location: Margate, Kent | Job Type: Full-Time and Permanent Senex Recruitment is working with a pioneering technology company to recruit a Lead Software Engineer. Not only is this a unique opportunity to lead software development … solutions, mentoring engineers, and influencing product direction, this role will place you at the heart of technology that truly matters. About the Role of Lead Software Engineer As Lead Software Engineer, you’ll play a dual role: managing a small team of software engineers and being a driving force for software innovation within the business. Therefore, you’ll work closely with the CTO and R&D Director to develop embedded firmware for market-leading electronics systems and advanced communication products. From feasibility and concept phases through to design reviews and final More ❯

Lead Software Engineer: Are you keen to become a Lead Software Engineer, working on successful software surrounded by a fast-paced, high-performing team? My client is a motivated and well-established software company that provides an effective service to its specialist … market sector throughout the UK and into Europe. They are looking to grow their ambitious Software Engineering team with a new Lead Software Engineer to contribute to the company's success as they expand into different market areas. The successful Lead Software Engineer will: Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of software applications that are ready for use by internal and external users on a variety of platforms, such as web platforms and Windows platforms. Provide technical leadership, acting as a mentor to other members of the team. Liaise with More ❯

Lead Software Engineer AI Up to £80k + 12% Annual Bonus Basingstoke, Hampshire Hybrid (2 days in p/w) Must have a proven interest or commercial experience using AI. middle has partnered exclusively with a key client to build an internal team of Developers. This team … commercial knowledge of AI, Chatbots or GPT, this is likely the perfect role, project, people and business for you. Role: In this role, the Lead Software Engineer will be the most senior technical resource in the division. You will work extremely closely with the Enterprise Architect and … internal stakeholders to continue to implement AI tools that reduce routine tasks, save time whilst protecting the organisations data and security. As a Lead Software Engineer you wont be line managing but coaching/mentoring the junior developers. You have exposure to full project management with internal More ❯

Lead Software Engineer | Distributed Systems | Sustainable Cloud Native Platform 💸Up to £130,000 per annum plus bonus plus stock 🏠Central London office 🖱️Golang, Rust, C, Kubernetes, Linux, Cloud Native, Distributed systems... Are you a Lead Software Engineer with extensive knowledge of building distributed systems … If so... I'm partnered with a very exciting Cloud scale-up who have received record Series A funding and are looking for innovative Lead Software Engineers to join their ambitious team! With a new VP of Engineering who has spent much of their career building out a … 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, Java and/or C/C++. In-depth knowledge of More ❯

Lead Software Engineer | Node.js, Microservices, Cloud | Data-Driven Insights Company Join a fast-growing data and intelligence company supporting the asset management industry. With 600+ people and big investments in tech, they’re rebuilding core platforms to scale fast and unlock the full value of their proprietary … data. They’re hiring a Senior Software Engineer to help drive this next phase. You’ll lead a new squad focused on building scalable, event-driven backend services in Node.js, working alongside React, Python, and PHP engineers in a modern, cross-functional setup. Expect real impact, from … AWS preferred) Passion for clean, maintainable code and improving service performance Strong communication skills and ability to influence technical direction What you will do: Lead backend efforts across a squad, owning key services and collaborating with frontend and full-stack developers Design and build scalable, event-driven backend systems More ❯

Lead Backend Software Engineer (Go/Golang) London/WFH to £120k Do you have expertise with backend software engineering combined with Go/Golang coding skills and real-time messaging experience? You could be progressing your career in a hands-on technical leadership role 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 thousands of messages per second from a diverse range of external … 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 you will receive a comprehensive package: Salary to £120k Bonus Continual learning and self development opportunities working on cutting More ❯

Lead Backend Software Engineer/Developer (C# .Net Azure SaaS) Reigate/WFH to £100k Are you a backend focussed C# technologist with an indepth knowledge of Azure, combined with technical leadership skills? You could be progressing your career in a senior, hands on role at a … global InsurTech business that is producing game changing technology. As a Lead Backend Software Engineer you'll collaborate, problem solve and provide technical leadership to a small team of other senior engineers to build the 1st generation of a highly complex SaaS platform that enables Insurance brokers … team meet-ups and stakeholder meetings with the other three days work from home. About you: You have expertise with C# .Net Core backend software development, having worked on large, scalable systems with complexity You have a strong knowledge of Azure and SaaS You have strong technical project leadership More ❯

Job Title: Lead Software Engineer Location: Hybrid – Camden, London (3 days on-site per week) Salary: £80,000 – £95,000 DOE Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Reports To: CTO About the Company We are representing a fast-growing, award-winning organisation … channels and is currently undergoing a significant digital transformation. This is a unique opportunity to join a passionate and innovative technology team as a Lead Software Engineer , where you'll play a key role in developing and scaling enterprise-grade applications supporting critical business functions such as … production, logistics, staff planning, and online operations. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable cloud-based applications. Take a hands-on role in building software solutions while mentoring a small team of developers. Collaborate closely with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams to translate needs More ❯

thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 2 What Is the Opportunity? Join us as a Lead Software Engineer as we transition to and implement Guidewire. If you have experience with Guidewire's PolicyCenter and/or ClaimCenter, we … to hear from you! Apply now to be a part of our innovative team and make a significant impact on our technology journey. Travelers Software Engineering team is dedicated to creating seamless customer experiences through cutting-edge technology solutions. We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer … on complex business initiatives. Acting as an influential leader, you will help guide strategic planning and oversee the design, development, and implementation of new software initiatives. We offer a unique opportunity to advance your career in an innovative environment with a company that has earned the reputation as one More ❯

Job Title: Java Software Engineer (Junior - Mid Level - Senior/Lead) Client: Elite Quant Trading Firm Salary: £50,000 - £170,000 Base (+ Bonus) Location: London/Hybrid/Remote Options The role: My client is looking for an experienced Java Software Engineer to join … that you will be crucial in developing. Our client prides itself on maintaining cutting-edge technology and a progressive work environment. As a Java Software Engineer you will be tasked with designing and developing high-performance applications from scratch, harnessing our clients dedication to upholding the highest tech … standards in industry. Key Requirements: Degree in Computer Science or STEM based subjects from a top university. Strong programming skills as a Java Software Engineer. 2+ years of experience in software engineering or a similar domain. Experience using Core Java (preferable) Experience with concurrency and multi-threading (preferable More ❯

Software Development Lead Opportunity**- London! Our client is looking for a Software Development Lead to drive innovation and create high-value software solutions for businesses from startups to enterprises. **Role:** Software Development Lead **Salary:** £80,000 - £100,000 **Location:** London (Hybrid once every … weeks) **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead a team of developers, delivering top-tier applications for clients and internal platforms. - Design and build applications using Cloud Native, Ruby on Rails & Javascript. - Enhance delivery processes, mentor junior developers, and guide tech decisions. - Collaborate directly with clients for feedback and project management. **Software Development Lead Opportunity**- London More ❯

Lead Software Engineer – Options C++ One of the top, industry leading prop firms is looking for a C++ Software Engineer to join their options technology team, in their Core and Strategies. They are one of the most widely known global players for tech and trade … providing insight on programming solutions using C++. Work in a high-pressure environment and provide quick solutions. Requirements & Qualifications: Strong experience as a senior engineer in the industry with a focus on C++. Proven track record of working as a leader of a team and having an impact in More ❯

Lead Software Engineer/Architect (.Net) - F1 Racing Team Industry: Motorsports 3 days in the office - Surrey Permanent position Ready to join an F1 Racing Team? Can you be in the office (Surrey) 3 times a week? If so...please read on and send me your cv :-) Timing … job! So then, what do you need to secure this role....apart from being happy with 3 days on-site and being a very impressive software engineer? Distributed system design/architecture A background in .Net Ideally some React or Typescript, but the role is mostly weighted on the … don't need to have come from the likes of Google, Meta, Apple etc. or even F1, but you will need to be an Engineer who's a cut above the rest, and it would help if your experience is at the level of architecture and systems design. My More ❯

Lead Engineer - Python/JavaScript - AI MedTech - Salary + Equity - Hybrid, 1 day a week FRESH has partnered with an exciting start-up that is leveraging Artificial Intelligence to improve healthcare services. Through the use of advanced AI, this software can identify potential non-attendance patients, giving … healthcare providers time to proactively reach out and find solutions. As a Lead Engineer , you will play a key role in shaping backend architecture, ensuring scalability, and driving technical excellence. This position offers the chance to take ownership, influence critical decisions, and contribute to the engineering culture. Responsibilities … Lead the development of backend services and applications, ensuring they are scalable, efficient, and aligned with business needs. Build and maintain backend services and APIs using Python and TypeScript, writing clean, well-structured, and maintainable code. Design and implement high-performance solutions for processing large datasets using tools like More ❯

Lead Embedded Software Engineer Margate (On-Site) £65,000 - £75,000 + Training + Progression + Pension An excellent opportunity awaits an experienced Embedded Firmware Engineer looking for a hands-on leadership position, in a role offering great professional development, training, and growth opportunities. This company … embedded firmware development lifecycle, from concept and design through to production. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, hardware teams, and mentor the junior software engineers in what is a very research and development-oriented environment. This role is office-based in Margate. The ideal candidate will be an … experienced embedded/firmware engineer looking for a team leadership position. From a technical standpoint, the right person will have strong experience in embedded firmware design for microcontroller-based products. Due to this being a lead role, the right person will also have strong communication and stakeholder skills. More ❯

Lead Embedded Software Engineer Margate (On-Site) £65,000 - £75,000 + Training + Progression + Pension An excellent opportunity awaits an experienced Embedded Firmware Engineer looking for a hands-on leadership position, in a role offering great professional development, training, and growth opportunities. This company … embedded firmware development lifecycle, from concept and design through to production. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, hardware teams, and mentor the junior software engineers in what is a very research and development-oriented environment. This role is office-based in Margate. The ideal candidate will be an … experienced embedded/firmware engineer looking for a team leadership position. From a technical standpoint, the right person will have strong experience in embedded firmware design for microcontroller-based products. Due to this being a lead role, the right person will also have strong communication and stakeholder skills. More ❯

Description Summary: As a Lead Software Engineer (SaaS delivery platform), you will join a substantial global engineering organisation and provide leadership to highly skilled engineers in the software platform area. You will be part of a team that follows Agile methodologies to deliver market-leading insurance … management capability. A sound technical background is essential to be successful in this role with experience in delivering large scale Cloud services. The Role: Lead a multi-disciplinary team who are responsible for the development, delivery and management of the infrastructure and core services of Radar Live SaaS to … team (including code quality, best practices, processes, some aspects of release management, etc.). Design and document solutions meeting functional and non-functional requirements. Lead by example by getting directly involved in the day-to-day delivery of work with hands-on development, following best practices for maintainability, testability More ❯

Tech Lead; Frontend Engineer | FinTech | Hybrid London | up to £110k + Equity About the Company: Our client is a fast-growing private markets data intelligence platform. They’re building cutting-edge software to transform how private capital GPs leverage data and they’re looking for a Frontend … Tech Lead to help drive this vision. The Role: As a Tech Lead, you’ll own the frontend architecture, lead a small team, and work cross-functionally to deliver high-quality, performant UIs. You’ll work closely with Product, Design, and Engineering leadership to shape features end … to-end. What You’ll Do: • Lead frontend development using React, TypeScript, and Next.js • Translate Figma designs into pixel-perfect interfaces • Set standards for code quality, testing, and DevOps practices • Mentor engineers and contribute to strategic tech decisions • Collaborate across squads to deliver great product experiences What We’re More ❯

We’re looking for a Full Stack Software Engineer to join our early-stage team. You’ll help shape the architecture and future of our AI-driven platform, working across backend systems, DevOps pipelines, and data engineering, and AI engineering projects. As an integral team member, you’ll … optimize, and maintain data storage. Implement DevOps Best Practices: Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, streamline deployments, and ensure reliable and scalable infrastructure. Lead Data Engineering Efforts: Design and execute data pipelines to support analytics and product enhancements. What We’re Looking For: Product mindset – We value engineers … by balancing rapid delivery with solid architectural practices. We believe in shipping early and refining often. Must-Haves: 1-2+ years of professional software engineering experience (backend, DevOps, or full stack). Proficiency in Python, and experience in building ML-oriented solutions Strong Problem-Solving & Communication Skills: Proactive More ❯

Lead Developer C# - .Net – Azure – SQL – DevOps – Power Platform – CICD – Team Leadership – London – Hybrid - £80k - £100k + Benefits I am searching on behalf of my Law Firm client for a Lead Full Stack Microsoft Developer to join their team! If you have experience building modern, scalable applications and …/CD pipelines, deployments, and system admin tasks. DevOps: Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and PowerShell. Team Leadership: Mentor junior developers, lead code reviews, and foster a collaborative team environment. Collaboration: Work closely with PMOs, business analysts, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions on More ❯

About the Role: We are seeking a highly experienced and versatile Senior Software Engineer with deep expertise across quantitative development, infrastructure engineering, and full-stack development , to join and lead a high-performance team. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of finance and technology, has led … and has built and maintained robust trading systems and developer tooling across cloud-native architectures. Location: London | Dubai | Hybrid (Subject to Candidate) Key Responsibilities: Lead architecture, design, and development of scalable trading platforms and internal developer tools. Collaborate with quant researchers, traders, and infrastructure teams to deliver performant solutions. … Maintain and optimize trading infrastructure (low-latency systems, data pipelines, monitoring, etc.). Manage a team of software engineers, mentor junior developers, and drive best practices across the stack. Ensure high code quality through code reviews, CI/CD, test automation, and Git-based workflows. Own deployment pipelines across More ❯

Principal Engineer - Hybrid - London - Up to £180k base + Equity + Bonus We are working with a scientifically-driven asset management firm, researching and developing state-of-the-art scientific investment processes. These apply to investors, both as an alternative and a complement to the traditional discretionary bond markets. … established, but fairly early-stage (less than 200 employeed) trading firm based in London, dedicated to becoming a leading figure. Looking for a Principal Engineer, need a "go to person" for Finance & Tech questions. This will be a nice mixture of leadership/hands-on responsibilities within their Engineering … to hear from you. Note: if you haven't received a reply within 3 days, your application was possibly and unfortunately not accepted. Principal Engineer - Hybrid - London - Up to £180k base + Equity + Bonus More ❯

Backend Engineering Lead ( Rust & Pyhton, C++) Opportunity Overview: A leading technology-enabled advisory firm specialising in financial market risk management is seeking a skilled Back-End Engineering Team Lead. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in steering the back-end technology initiatives at an innovative … and rapidly growing company. Job Role: The successful candidate will lead the back-end engineering team responsible for developing and maintaining a sophisticated technology platform that supports alternative asset managers in fields such as private equity, private debt, and real estate. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer … C++ . Key Responsibilities: Back-End Tech Strategy and Leadership: Strategically develop and execute back-end technology initiatives in line with broader business goals. Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and adherence to best practices in Rust & Python. AWS Cloud Solution and Backend More ❯

My Client, a leading global hedge fund, are seeking an experienced C# Developer to join their London office and lead the build out of their proprietary OEMS. My client is looking for a Senior C# Developer to lead the build-out of their proprietary Order and Execution Management … trade management workflows. Work with FIX protocol and other connectivity solutions to integrate with brokers, exchanges, and liquidity providers. Implement low-latency, high-throughput software to support fast and efficient trade execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Trading, Quant, and Infrastructure, to ensure robust and scalable architecture. Evaluate … Management Systems (EMS)—either developing bespoke solutions or integrating vendor platforms. Familiarity with FIX protocol and other trading connectivity standards. Experience in low-latency software development, optimizing performance for real-time trading. Strong understanding of electronic trading workflows, order lifecycle, and execution strategies. Knowledge of financial markets and asset More ❯

round they are now looking at significant diversification of their commercial offering, with a specific focus on Staking. As such they are growing their software engineering team and are looking for an experienced individual with a strong knowledge of Java as well as experience of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. More ❯