Software Development Team Lead

i2, a Harris Computer company, are seeking a Software Development Team Lead on a full-time, permanent, remote-working basis, in the UK.

We are seeking a skilled lead engineer with expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript & Node backend systems to drive the development and enhancement of our products and services. In this role, you will also lead and manage a small team of 3–4 engineers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to help them excel.

The candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining a cloud-based service - and its surrounding ecosystem - that integrates data from various Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), digital forensics, commercial threat intelligence, and other critical data providers, enabling seamless access for i2 users. The ideal candidate should possess a passion for creating efficient, scalable solutions, demonstrate expertise in building cloud-based services, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

This permanent position will be performed on a remote basis with a requirement to visit the i2 Office in Cambridge, UK as and when there is a business need to do so (circa 2 days per month).

What you will do

In performing this position, your core duties and responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):

• Leading and managing a small team, encompassing the development of team members' skills and expertise through coaching, mentoring, and training, as well as performance management, succession planning, talent development, and creating a positive and inclusive team culture.
• In conjunction with the project manager oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Working closely with cross-functional teams, including UI/UX designers, architects, and product managers, to ship new services and full-stack features
• Being accountable for the technical feasibility of designs and optimizing solutions for maximum speed and scalability.
• Ensuring data security and platform compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Establishing robust monitoring, logging, and tracing systems to proactively detect issues and optimize performance APIs and the cloud services.
• Conducting thorough testing (automated and manual) to identify, fix bugs, and performance issues.
• Collaborating with Support engineers to troubleshoot and resolve complex customer issues, providing technical expertise and guidance to ensure timely and effective solutions.
• Staying up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our applications are built using the best practices.

You will have

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2:1 Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience running small to mid-sized teams, including line management
• Demonstrable success and involvement in software design and implementation of production-ready web-services and cloud services using JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.
• Experience integrating with different data providers, including API integrations (e.g. REST, GraphQL), data mapping, and data normalization.
• Proficiency with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure)
• Experience with DevOps pipelines and CI/CD automation.
• Experience with testing frameworks and methodologies, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to design robust, fault-tolerant systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Desirable

• Experience creating and maintaining frontend clients using technologies such as: HTML5, JavaScript, CSS3, and React
• Familiarity with data integration from diverse intelligence sources (OSINT, threat intelligence, etc.).
• Exposure to security-focused development and compliance requirements in data-driven platforms.
• Proficient in multiple programming languages, including Java and Python, with hands-on experience applying these skills in a production environment.

About i2

Our intelligence analysis software tools help analysts and investigators transform data in real-time, enabling customers to detect, disrupt, and defeat sophisticated threats. We serve global customers carrying out critical missions in public safety, defence, fraud, and financial crimes. Learn more at:

As a Harris Computer company, we strive to create a respectful and united environment where all members of our globally diverse community are empowered and have equitable opportunities to succeed.

Benefits

Harris offers an extremely competitive UK employee benefits programme. 5 Personal Days leave entitlement are granted over and above the standard 25 days holiday and bank holidays. Harris also offers all UK employees an annual Lifestyle Reward amounting £325 per annum/pro rata.

Supporting your application

Our recruitment process will comprise of interviews and, at times, a written exercise, an assessment day and/or a presentation. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we want to make sure we do all we can to make this a positive experience for you. When applying, please make us aware on your application of any adjustments or additional support we can provide you with before or on the day of an interview.