1 to 25 of 43 Permanent Lead Developer Jobs in the South East

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 ❯

Lead Developer- Permanent- Northampton (Hybrid Working)- £55k Roc Search are currently recruiting for a Lead Developer to join our client in Northampton on a permanent basis to start as soon as possible. The ideal candidates will have 10+ years in professional software development, including client-facing projects, with 5+ years in PHP and Laravel. This role More ❯

Lead Developer Remote - London (Twice Per Month) Up to £65,000 + Benefits We're working with a world-renowned organisation at the forefront of science and digital innovation who are looking for a Lead Developer to join a major national programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of building and leading a team … delivering cutting-edge digital infrastructure that will transform how vital scientific data is accessed and shared across the UK and beyond. The role As Lead Developer, you'll provide senior technical direction and hands-on expertise in designing and implementing scalable, secure infrastructure. You'll be responsible for shaping architectural decisions, integrating cloud-based and bespoke solutions, and … complex technical projects. Alongside this, you'll build and mentor a small but growing engineering team while collaborating closely with programme managers, senior stakeholders, and technical partners. Key responsibilities: Lead and grow a technical team delivering a new digital infrastructure programme. Provide hands-on technical input, writing high-quality code and driving architecture decisions. Design and implement secure, scalable More ❯

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 ❯

LEAD Developer - Laravel | High-Growth SaaS | Hybrid (London) THIS IS A LEAD Developer Role Essential: Proven experience working with LLMs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Hugging Face) or applied AI projects. Nice to have: Broader AI/ML exposure, such as model fine-tuning, prompt engineering, or integration into production systems. Join a profitable, fast-growing SaaS company More ❯

Lead Java Developer/Backend Software Engineer London to £135k Do you have advanced Java technical knowledge combined with team leadership skills? You could be progressing your career at the Investment Management arm of a global bank. As a Lead Java Developer you will head up a small, globally distributed team responsible for writing production quality … speed You have excellent communication and collaboration skills You are degree educated in Computer Science or similar technical or numerate discipline What's in it for you: As a Lead Java Developer/Backend Software Engineer you will receive a competitive Salary to £135k Bonus Pension One day work from home per week Continuous training and career progression … opportunities Apply now to find out more about this Lead Java Developer/Backend Software Engineer (OOP Java Algorithm) opportunity. At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate More ❯

Lead Java Developer/Backend Software Engineer London to £135k Do you have advanced Java technical knowledge combined with team leadership skills? You could be progressing your career at the Investment Management arm of a global bank. As a Lead Java Developer you will head up a small, globally distributed team responsible for writing production quality … speed You have excellent communication and collaboration skills You are degree educated in Computer Science or similar technical or numerate discipline What's in it for you: As a Lead Java Developer/Backend Software Engineer you will receive a competitive Salary to £135k Bonus Pension One day work from home per week Continuous training and career progression … opportunities Apply now to find out more about this Lead Java Developer/Backend Software Engineer (OOP Java Algorithm) opportunity. At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate More ❯

Reed.ai is looking for a Lead Developer to join their team in Holborn, London. Overview Reed.ai is building the future of recruitment technology. We're a small, fast-moving, and ambitious team on a mission to transform how people find work and employers discover talent-powered by AI-driven, human-centered technology. We are looking for a Lead Fullstack Developer to guide, inspire, and work alongside our team of Senior Developers. This is a hands-on leadership role: you'll spend the majority of your time coding (around 70%), while also providing technical direction, mentoring, and ensuring the team consistently ships high-quality software at speed. If you thrive in a startup-style environment, have proven … experience leading technical teams, and want to build something meaningful from the ground up, this is the role for you. Key Responsibilities Lead a team of 5 senior developers, setting technical direction while staying hands-on with coding and problem-solving. Own the end-to-end delivery of features, ensuring speed, scalability, and quality are never compromised. Architect, develop More ❯

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 ❯

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. … Apply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role. 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 … 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 ❯

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? Were looking for a proactive and passionate Lead Software Developer to join our expanding team inSystems Simulation & Experimentation, creating innovative solutions that deliver an end-to-end representation … Location: Hybrid (34 days per week on-site) Salary: Up to £65,000 (plus bonus and excellent benefits) Security: British Citizenship & ability to obtain clearance required What youll 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 More ❯

Join Ten10 as a Lead Software Developer in Test Job Type: Permanent Location: London (Hybrid working with occasional client travel) At Ten10, we're transforming how businesses deliver high-quality software, and were looking for a Lead Software Developer in Test (Lead SDET) to play a pivotal role in that transformation. If you're a … seasoned technologist with a deep understanding of software testing and automationand the leadership skills to mentor teams and guide clients through complex challengesthis is your opportunity to lead from the front. ?? Important: All applicants must be eligible for SC clearance. Why Ten10? Were one of the UKs leading independent consultancies in Quality Engineering, Software Testing, DevOps, and RPAtrusted by … technologies. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy hybrid working and a flexible approach that supports your lifestyle. About the Role This role designed is for individuals who want toown technical delivery, lead teams, and build lasting client relationships. As a Lead SDET, you will: Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable automation solutions across multiple projects and clients. More ❯

As a Lead Full Stack Developer in the IP Development team, you will take end-to-end ownership of technical delivery within your squad, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions that align with both product goals and engineering standards. You will play a key role in architectural, tooling, and implementation decisions, working closely with the Principal Developer, other … Lead Developers, and Engineering Managers to ensure your squad’s work contributes to a consistent and scalable wider strategy. You’ll also collaborate with Product Managers, UX Designers, and Business Analysts to turn complex requirements into robust, maintainable software, while fostering a culture of learning by mentoring developers and driving continuous improvement. Our core technology stack is built with … via containers to Microsoft Azure. Experience with AI technologies—both in leveraging AI-assisted development tools and in building AI-powered features into business applications—is increasingly important. Responsibilities: Lead and mentor your squad in full stack development, fostering technical excellence and continuous learning. Own technical delivery within your squad while collaborating with the Principal Developer, other Lead More ❯

As a Lead Full Stack Developer in the IP Development team, you will take end-to-end ownership of technical delivery within your squad, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions that align with both product goals and engineering standards. You will play a key role in architectural, tooling, and implementation decisions, working closely with the Principal Developer, other … Lead Developers, and Engineering Managers to ensure your squad’s work contributes to a consistent and scalable wider strategy. You’ll also collaborate with Product Managers, UX Designers, and Business Analysts to turn complex requirements into robust, maintainable software, while fostering a culture of learning by mentoring developers and driving continuous improvement. Our core technology stack is built with … via containers to Microsoft Azure. Experience with AI technologies—both in leveraging AI-assisted development tools and in building AI-powered features into business applications—is increasingly important. Responsibilities: Lead and mentor your squad in full stack development, fostering technical excellence and continuous learning. Own technical delivery within your squad while collaborating with the Principal Developer, other Lead More ❯

As a Lead Full Stack Developer in the IP Development team, you will take end-to-end ownership of technical delivery within your squad, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions that align with both product goals and engineering standards. You will play a key role in architectural, tooling, and implementation decisions, working closely with the Principal Developer, other … Lead Developers, and Engineering Managers to ensure your squad’s work contributes to a consistent and scalable wider strategy. You’ll also collaborate with Product Managers, UX Designers, and Business Analysts to turn complex requirements into robust, maintainable software, while fostering a culture of learning by mentoring developers and driving continuous improvement. Our core technology stack is built with … via containers to Microsoft Azure. Experience with AI technologies—both in leveraging AI-assisted development tools and in building AI-powered features into business applications—is increasingly important. Responsibilities: Lead and mentor your squad in full stack development, fostering technical excellence and continuous learning. Own technical delivery within your squad while collaborating with the Principal Developer, other Lead More ❯

Lead Software Developer – Relocation to Newcastle upon Tyne Up to £120,000 - £150,000 + Excellent Benefits Our client is a newly established joint venture between a global leader in management consulting and a leading global alternative investment fund manager. They are building a team of exceptional developers in the heart of Newcastle City Centre, creating an intellectually … stimulating environment where world-class technical talent can work on complex, high-impact initiatives tied to global markets and events. If you’re an outstanding developer and communicator who thrives on solving challenging problems at pace, this is a rare opportunity to join a business at its inception and help shape its culture and future. What You’ll Be More ❯

Lead Software Developer – Relocation to Newcastle upon Tyne Up to £120,000 - £150,000 + Excellent Benefits Our client is a newly established joint venture between a global leader in management consulting and a leading global alternative investment fund manager. They are building a team of exceptional developers in the heart of Newcastle City Centre, creating an intellectually … stimulating environment where world-class technical talent can work on complex, high-impact initiatives tied to global markets and events. If you’re an outstanding developer and communicator who thrives on solving challenging problems at pace, this is a rare opportunity to join a business at its inception and help shape its culture and future. What You’ll Be More ❯

Lead Software Developer – Relocation to Newcastle upon Tyne Up to £120,000 - £150,000 + Excellent Benefits Our client is a newly established joint venture between a global leader in management consulting and a leading global alternative investment fund manager. They are building a team of exceptional developers in the heart of Newcastle City Centre, creating an intellectually … stimulating environment where world-class technical talent can work on complex, high-impact initiatives tied to global markets and events. If you’re an outstanding developer and communicator who thrives on solving challenging problems at pace, this is a rare opportunity to join a business at its inception and help shape its culture and future. What You’ll Be More ❯

Senior/Lead Software Developer required by a successful software company with an international client base. This is a hands on, Technical Lead level role. The technical focus is "full stack" working with C# and Angular 17. The Senior/Lead Software Developer will be responsible for Full stack development with C# and Angular … core SaaS product Driving the product development in conjunction with the wider team and business Mentoring and upskilling less experienced developers in the team - specifically on Angular Taking the lead on architectural and design decisions Key experience Extensive C# experience .NET Core Angular - ideally Angular 17, but any recent version would suffice Azure DevOps Agile Technical leadership Involvement in More ❯

Senior/Lead Software Developer required by a successful software company with an international client base. This is a hands on, Technical Lead level role. The technical focus is 'full stack' working with C# and Angular 17. The Senior/Lead Software Developer will be responsible for Full stack development with C# and Angular … core SaaS product Driving the product development in conjunction with the wider team and business Mentoring and upskilling less experienced developers in the team - specifically on Angular Taking the lead on architectural and design decisions Key experience Extensive C# experience .NET Core Angular - ideally Angular 17, but any recent version would suffice Azure DevOps Agile Technical leadership Involvement in More ❯

Lead Web Developer (PHP/Laravel) Northampton (Hybrid – 3 days office based, 2 days from home) £50,000 – £60,000 + Benefits Excellent opportunity for a highly skilled Web Developer with strong PHP and Laravel expertise to take ownership of exciting, business-critical projects and play a key role in a growing digital team. This organisation delivers … the business is in a strong position for growth and offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly shape future success. In this role, you’ll take the lead on developing, maintaining, and optimising modern web applications using PHP, Laravel, and MySQL. You’ll work closely with colleagues and clients to scope, design, and deliver new features, while … technologies, and the chance to make a real impact in shaping both projects and processes. The Role: • Develop, maintain, and optimise complex web applications using PHP, Laravel, and MySQL • Lead on project delivery, collaborating with colleagues and clients to define requirements • Ensure applications are performant, scalable, and secure • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues across the full stack • Contribute to More ❯

Job Title: Quantitative Developer - Systematic Equities Location: Open A newly formed quantitative trading pod is seeking a talented and entrepreneurial Quantitative Developer to lead the buildout of its core trading infrastructure. This is a hands-on role at the intersection of technology, research, and trading, offering the opportunity to shape systems from the ground up and work … manager. Key Responsibilities: Architect and scale trading systems for data ingestion, signal generation, backtesting, execution, and risk management. Collaborate with researchers to translate strategy ideas into production-ready code. Lead and mentor a small team of developers and quant engineers. Optimise execution systems and ensure robust data pipelines. Oversee deployment, monitoring, and system reliability. Requirements: 3+ years building high More ❯

Job Title: Quantitative Developer - Systematic Equities Location: Open A newly formed quantitative trading pod is seeking a talented and entrepreneurial Quantitative Developer to lead the buildout of its core trading infrastructure. This is a hands-on role at the intersection of technology, research, and trading, offering the opportunity to shape systems from the ground up and work … manager. Key Responsibilities: Architect and scale trading systems for data ingestion, signal generation, backtesting, execution, and risk management. Collaborate with researchers to translate strategy ideas into production-ready code. Lead and mentor a small team of developers and quant engineers. Optimise execution systems and ensure robust data pipelines. Oversee deployment, monitoring, and system reliability. Requirements: 3+ years building high More ❯

We have an exciting opportunity for Principal Developer to join an excellent client's team based in Brighton. The successful candidate will be strong technically, but will also need to be comfortable being involved on the product side of things and dealing with customers when required. You will quickly become a vital part of an already successful software team … and will be given the opportunity to contribute ideas which impact the direction of the software. The successful principal developer will be expected to be heavily involved on the architectural side of things and will of course be required to mentor more junior developers within the team. This can be a mainly remote role but candidate must be based … Brighton for occasional office visits. As well as good salaries, our client offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes a bonus. Skills required: 5+ years experience within Senior/Lead Developer roles C#, .NET Core Excellent knowledge of Angular Strong database knowledge - SQL Server Azure DevOps Agile development methodologies Deployment of software to the AWS and Azure platforms More ❯

Ascend Media, part of Progressive Media Investments, are seeking an experienced and innovative Lead Front End Developer to lead the development of user-focused interfaces across our digital platforms at Elite Traveler and our wider portfolio of lifestyle titles, including World of Fine Wine and SpearsWMS. This exciting role is ideal for someone who thrives on leveraging … cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional digital experiences, as the company embarks on an ambitious transformation. The Lead Front End Developer will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless, high-performance digital platforms that drive engagement and align with the group’s strategic objectives. This is a unique opportunity to lead front-end innovation within a prestigious … media group. Main responsibilities Front end excellence: Lead the development and implementation of high-quality, scalable front-end solutions. Drive the adoption of future-facing technologies such as Web3, AI-powered personalisation, and advanced responsive frameworks. Innovation and technology: Stay ahead of front-end development trends, incorporating innovative technologies and solutions into projects. Experiment with new tools and frameworks More ❯