26 to 50 of 71 Lead Software Engineer Jobs in England

Lead Software Engineer - Manchester (Hybrid) Lead the development of real-time, large- scale systems used by millions of users across the UK, North America and South Africa. This is a chance to work on business-critical software that directly drives user engagement and revenue. Hybrid role based in Manchester city centre (2 days per week … between the Engineering team and Senior Management, communicating project status and technical challenges Assume a leadership role in the company, representing the Engineering team and promoting best practices in software development. Feature development and evaluation of the tooling processes both in development and deployment alongside the Platform Engineering team. Help resolve complex software challenges and drive performance optimization. … to the development team, including code reviews, mentoring and ensuring the platform coding standards are being adhered to. Ensure that development processes and technologies are up-to-date Document software design, code, and test procedures Participate in the estimation of software projects and lead the planning and scheduling of projects. Mentor junior members of the team and More ❯

Bloomsbury Square, London, United Kingdom Software Engineer - AI/ML/Python (Lead Level) at N Consulting Ltd Job Title: Software Engineer - AI/ML/Python (Lead Level) Location: London, United Kingdom (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite per week) Contract Type: Contract (6 months, with extension likely) Start Date: Immediate/Within … weeks Job Description: We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Software Engineer with deep expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) , Machine Learning (ML) , and Python development to lead the design, development, and deployment of intelligent systems and data-driven applications for a leading client in London. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in … AI/ML frameworks, scalable system design, and Python-based development, along with leadership experience in agile teams. Key Responsibilities: Lead the architecture and development of AI/ML solutions, ensuring scalable and efficient design. Design and implement ML models and algorithms (classification, regression, NLP, etc.) using modern frameworks. Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product teams to transform More ❯

Lead Software Engineer Reading £70-90k Do you have experience with embedded systems & AI? A fast-growing company in Reading is looking for someone like you to lead their Software Development team. You'll be able to lead the direction of the software architecture while working on real-life environmental solutions making More ❯

space, healthcare, and communications. Their engineers solve complex technical challenges, shaping the future of radar & sensing, from concept through to deployment. The Role We’re seeking a hands-on Lead Software Engineer to join a multidisciplinary software team. You’ll lead a small sub-team while contributing directly to embedded software design and development … across a diverse range of projects. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of engineers, supporting their development and delivery. Act as technical lead within cross-functional project teams. Design and develop embedded software for radar, IoT, and communication systems. Contribute to process improvement and technology strategy. About You You’ll be an experienced embedded software engineer who enjoys balancing technical depth with people leadership. You’re likely to have: Experience in C/C++ for embedded systems (bare metal, RTOS, or Linux). Broad understanding of drivers, DSP, algorithms, and communication protocols. Previous team leadership or line management experience. Excellent communication and delivery focus. Why Join Work on cutting-edge radar, communications, and More ❯

Lead Software Engineer - Java Microservices Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days on-site, Monday and Tuesday) Overview We're excited to be supporting our client in hiring a talented Software Engineer (Java Microservices) to join a dynamic, high-performing engineering team within retail banking. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically minded individual who's … passionate about building fast, reliable, and scalable software within a complex distributed environment. You'll play a key role in designing, developing, testing, and implementing modern microservices-based applications running in the public cloud. This is a hands-on position within a feature team that works collaboratively across the full software development lifecycle. What You'll Be Doing … Designing, producing, testing, and implementing high-quality software across the system lifecycle Working within a permanent feature team focused on delivering business-critical services in a fast-paced Agile environment (two-week sprints) Collaborating with architects, principal engineers, and key stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives Applying Agile and Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles to build resilient More ❯

Job Title: Lead Software Engineer – Azure DevOps Contract Type: Permanent Location: Alderley Edge Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based Closing date: 23rd October 2025 A Software Engineer is essential in developing and implementing technology solutions that meet business needs. They work with product owners and business analysts to turn requirements into effective designs. … and reusing shared platforms. They develop business systems, interfaces, databases, and reporting tools to support corporate goals. Whether working on front-end or back-end systems, they use their software development expertise to create robust, scalable, and efficient solutions, driving continuous improvements and enhancing customer choice. About the Role Create and Deliver Solutions: Develop technology solutions that meet business More ❯

space, healthcare, and communications. Their engineers solve complex technical challenges, shaping the future of radar & sensing, from concept through to deployment. The Role We’re seeking a hands-on Lead Software Engineer to join a multidisciplinary software team. You’ll lead a small sub-team while contributing directly to embedded software design and development … across a diverse range of projects. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of engineers, supporting their development and delivery. Act as technical lead within cross-functional project teams. Design and develop embedded software for radar, IoT, and communication systems. Contribute to process improvement and technology strategy. About You You’ll be an experienced embedded software engineer who enjoys balancing technical depth with people leadership. You’re likely to have: Experience in C/C++ for embedded systems (bare metal, RTOS, or Linux). Broad understanding of drivers, DSP, algorithms, and communication protocols. Previous team leadership or line management experience. Excellent communication and delivery focus. Why Join Work on cutting-edge radar, communications, and More ❯

Lead Engineer – Enterprise Logistics Platform Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Reports to: Head of Engineering Team Size: 8 (6 direct reports) About Our Client Our client is a global SaaS leader operating at true enterprise scale, delivering complex, cloud-native software platforms that power some of the largest digital ecosystems in the world. With a focus on innovation, resilience … and performance, they design and build next-generation products that transform how industries connect, transact, and operate. You’ll be joining a high-performing engineering division where software is treated as a craft — a place where technical excellence, automation, and scalability are embedded in everything they do. This is a company where your decisions directly influence systems serving millions … of transactions and users across multiple regions. The Opportunity As a Lead Engineer , you’ll take ownership of a mission-critical logistics platform — a sophisticated marketplace used by thousands of partners and service providers every day. You’ll lead a talented team of engineers and QAs, setting the technical vision, delivering high-performance cloud solutions, and driving More ❯

Lead Engineer – Enterprise Logistics Platform Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Reports to: Head of Engineering Team Size: 8 (6 direct reports) About Our Client Our client is a global SaaS leader operating at true enterprise scale, delivering complex, cloud-native software platforms that power some of the largest digital ecosystems in the world. With a focus on innovation, resilience … and performance, they design and build next-generation products that transform how industries connect, transact, and operate. You’ll be joining a high-performing engineering division where software is treated as a craft — a place where technical excellence, automation, and scalability are embedded in everything they do. This is a company where your decisions directly influence systems serving millions … of transactions and users across multiple regions. The Opportunity As a Lead Engineer , you’ll take ownership of a mission-critical logistics platform — a sophisticated marketplace used by thousands of partners and service providers every day. You’ll lead a talented team of engineers and QAs, setting the technical vision, delivering high-performance cloud solutions, and driving More ❯

Lead Engineer – Enterprise Logistics Platform Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Reports to: Head of Engineering Team Size: 8 (6 direct reports) About Our Client Our client is a global SaaS leader operating at true enterprise scale, delivering complex, cloud-native software platforms that power some of the largest digital ecosystems in the world. With a focus on innovation, resilience … and performance, they design and build next-generation products that transform how industries connect, transact, and operate. You’ll be joining a high-performing engineering division where software is treated as a craft — a place where technical excellence, automation, and scalability are embedded in everything they do. This is a company where your decisions directly influence systems serving millions … of transactions and users across multiple regions. The Opportunity As a Lead Engineer , you’ll take ownership of a mission-critical logistics platform — a sophisticated marketplace used by thousands of partners and service providers every day. You’ll lead a talented team of engineers and QAs, setting the technical vision, delivering high-performance cloud solutions, and driving More ❯

Lead Software Engineer Join our UK Team who are committed to a Mission! At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. We empower our teams in the UK to address some of the most complex problems in defence, government, safety, security, and transportation. More ❯

Lead Software Engineer Join our UK Team who are committed to a Mission! At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. We empower our teams in the UK to address some of the most complex problems in defence, government, safety, security, and transportation More ❯

Job Role: Principal PHP Software Engineer Reference: BH-357p Job Type: Permanent Location: Fully Remote with in-person meetups every 2 months Salary: up to £100,000k per annum About The Client: Our client is a fast-growing HealthTech company rethinking pharmacy workflows. They replace outdated systems with smart hardware and provide full onboarding and training. Their platform … powers operations, integrates with NHS services, and supports robotics. Theyre hiring a Principal PHP Software Engineer to lead engineering, drive improvements, and mentor the team. Overview: Our client is looking for a Principal PHPSoftware Engineer to take a leading role in their engineering team. Youll be hands-on with their Laravel-based backend, while also guiding … engineering practices. Beyond development, youll play a vital leadership role, supporting junior team members, championing testing and automation, and introducing robust DevOps and CI/CD processes. Key Responsibilities: Lead backend development in our Laravel PHP monolith, owning major projects end-to-end. Upgrade and modernise somewhat out of date PHP framework codebases, Introducing best practices and modern tooling. More ❯

team of creators, innovators, and collaborators, crafting impactful digital products and services for startups, scaleups, and enterprises. We foster a forward-thinking, inclusive culture where innovation thrives, and every engineer has a voice. We're looking for a Lead Software Engineer who is excited about the future of software development - someone who leverages AI-assisted … is an opportunity to be part of a team that's pioneering modern engineering practices, from assisted coding workflows to intelligent automation in app development. If you're an engineer who is always experimenting with the latest tools and has a passion for delivering cutting-edge applications, we'd love to hear from you. This is a hybrid role … technology features under the hood , such as chatbots, AI-powered automation tools, or AI-enhanced search features. You write clean, scalable, and maintainable code with a focus on modern software design patterns . You're comfortable working in multidisciplinary, cross-functional teams and can articulate complex technical decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You embrace continuous learning More ❯

A fast-growing, product-focused tech business is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to guide a skilled engineering team based in Nottingham . This is a primarily on-site role , with some hybrid flexibility, ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on leadership in a collaborative, in-person environment. You’ll guide the development of features and … delivery oversight, playing a key role in shaping both the product and the team’s growth. Salary: £75,000 to £90,000 + benefits Location: Nottingham, Hybrid Key Responsibilities Lead the design and build of new product features, services, and technical systems Own features end-to-end—from technical design to testing, deployment, and monitoring Write production-grade code … Mentor and support developers, fostering a culture of learning and improvement Maintain high standards for code quality, scalability, and team communication What You’ll Bring 7+ years’ experience in software engineering, including recent time in a senior or lead role Strong experience with Node.js (NestJS), TypeScript , and Vue 3 Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS) and CI More ❯

A fast-growing, product-focused tech business is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to guide a skilled engineering team based in Nottingham . This is a primarily on-site role , with some hybrid flexibility, ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on leadership in a collaborative, in-person environment. You’ll guide the development of features and … delivery oversight, playing a key role in shaping both the product and the team’s growth. Salary: £75,000 to £90,000 + benefits Location: Nottingham, Hybrid Key Responsibilities Lead the design and build of new product features, services, and technical systems Own features end-to-end—from technical design to testing, deployment, and monitoring Write production-grade code … Mentor and support developers, fostering a culture of learning and improvement Maintain high standards for code quality, scalability, and team communication What You’ll Bring 7+ years’ experience in software engineering, including recent time in a senior or lead role Strong experience with Node.js (NestJS), TypeScript , and Vue 3 Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS) and CI More ❯

A fast-growing, product-focused tech business is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to guide a skilled engineering team based in Nottingham . This is a primarily on-site role , with some hybrid flexibility, ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on leadership in a collaborative, in-person environment. You’ll guide the development of features and … delivery oversight, playing a key role in shaping both the product and the team’s growth. Salary: £75,000 to £90,000 + benefits Location: Nottingham, Hybrid Key Responsibilities Lead the design and build of new product features, services, and technical systems Own features end-to-end—from technical design to testing, deployment, and monitoring Write production-grade code … Mentor and support developers, fostering a culture of learning and improvement Maintain high standards for code quality, scalability, and team communication What You’ll Bring 7+ years’ experience in software engineering, including recent time in a senior or lead role Strong experience with Node.js (NestJS), TypeScript , and Vue 3 Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS) and CI More ❯

Lead Software Engineer - Databricks, PySpark, AWS London, United Kingdom Posted about 2 months ago This is a job posted by our partner Jooble Qualifications Strong experience with Redshift Proficiency in SQL based database systems, both SQL & NoSQL, as well as programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala Preferred Qualifications Experience with data architecture, data modeling, data More ❯

About The Role Job Level: 10 UK Wide We are looking for aLead Software Engineerwho will be responsible for the design, development, and deployment of high-quality software solutions. This role involves leading a team of engineers on high-profile projects, ensuring best practices are followed, and driving continuous improvement in software development processes. You will collaborate … closely with cross-functional teams, including product management and UX/UI, to ensure that our software solutions meet business and customer needs. You will be responsible for driving culture through your craft and be keen to take on line management responsibilities. Responsibilities Lead the architecture, design, and development of complex software systems, ensuring they meet high … standards of quality, security, and scalability. Manage and mentor a team of software engineers, providing technical guidance to foster professional growth. Ensure that coding standards, development best practices, and operational processes are consistently applied. Collaborate with product managers, UX/UI teams, and other departments such as DevOps, QA, and IT to translate business requirements into technical specifications and More ❯

Ultra PCS is a leader in providing solutions for aerospace and defence systems. We are seeking an experienced Software Team Lead to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development of a real time, safety critical, embedded C application which controls a nose wheel steering system. As the Software Team Lead, you will oversee a team of software engineers to derive requirements, compose a spoftware system design, implement, and test a high-reliability safety critical software solution. You will take responsibility for the full software development lifecycle, ensuring compliance with DO-178C level A while pioneering innovation and efficiency. This role requires a combination of technical expertise … and strong leadership skills. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership: Lead the requirements definition, design, development, and verification of a bare-metal, real-time software system written in C. Ensure adherence to DO-178C Level A processes, including traceability, rigorous testing, and quality assurance. Conduct design and code reviews to maintain high-quality standards. Project Management/Team Leadership: Collaborate More ❯

stay ahead of the challenges we are likely to encounter in 6-12 months' time. What we're looking for: At least seven (7) years of experience as a software engineer, at least 3 on the senior/lead level. You have experience in a high-performing engineering team that is operating at scale. This could come More ❯

medical experience is required but the client pioneer solutions used in radiation therapy – making a real difference in the field of oncology. What You’ll Be Doing: As the Lead Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll take technical ownership of the embedded software platform, working closely with hardware teams and product designers to bring innovative imaging solutions … cross-functional team of engineers and scientists Modern on-site facilities at the Maidstone Innovation Centre Competitive salary of £80,000+, depending on experience If you’re ready to lead meaningful projects at the intersection of embedded systems and life-changing medical technology, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please send your up-to-date CV More ❯

Software Engineers – Newcastle | Up to £120k + Package | On-site A newly formed technology venture is building a world-class software engineering team right here in Newcastle — and they’re looking for the brightest minds to join them. If you’re Russell Group educated, passionate about programming, and thrive on solving complex problems with impact — this is a … the heart of Newcastle Projects that matter — technically and commercially A chance to help shape a new, elite tech organisation from the ground up If you’re an exceptional engineer looking for a genuine challenge — this is where it starts. More ❯

Software Engineers – Newcastle | Up to £120k + Package | On-site A newly formed technology venture is building a world-class software engineering team right here in Newcastle — and they’re looking for the brightest minds to join them. If you’re Russell Group educated, passionate about programming, and thrive on solving complex problems with impact — this is a … the heart of Newcastle Projects that matter — technically and commercially A chance to help shape a new, elite tech organisation from the ground up If you’re an exceptional engineer looking for a genuine challenge — this is where it starts. More ❯

About Us Software helps to enable the world-leading science performed at Diamond. Our software systems facilitate operations at all levels, including the low-level control of synchrotron and beamline hardware, the planning, execution and monitor of experiments, data archiving and retrieval, data processing and visualisation, the application for beamtime, and capture of remote experiment plans and samples. … Our software engineers work alongside our scientists to develop innovative and robust solutions to keep Diamond at the forefront of scientific research. About the Data Acquisition Group The Data Acquisition (DAQ) group develops software to interface with and control the hardware which allows experiments to be performed and monitored as well as guiding the end user to tools … for data reduction and analysis. The group works closely with scientists, controls, data analysis and information management engineers to continuously develop and improve software solutions for scientific data acquisition and on-the-fly monitoring and data analysis. The current DAQ software platform is a client-server application called GDA (Generic Data Acquisition) which is written in Java and More ❯