1 to 25 of 51 Lead Software Engineer Jobs in the UK excluding London

Lead Software Engineer with a solid Node.js, Next.js, Azure and Terraform experience ideally gained in a product lead, scale up environment is sought by a high growth B2C solution scale up based in Birmingham city centre. Working at the forefront of automation technology this Lead Software Engineer will play a key role in … greenfield innovation utilising the latest technology to design and implement new solutions with the existing platform. This role would suit either a senior Engineer looking to take a step up to a lead position or an existing lead Engineer with hands on capabilities across engineering and DevOps looking for more autonomy to drive innovation and change. … In return this Lead Software Engineer can expect excellent autonomy and personal growth in this knowledge share driven, innovation led environment. This Lead Software Engineer near Birmingham should have most of the following key skills: - Strong full stack JavaScript engineering skills - Node.js, Next.js, Typescript etc - Cloud infrastructure provisioning - Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes etc - Strong general 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 … the world a greener, and safer place. Responsibilities as a Lead Software Engineer: + Full ownership of the software used on the companys modules & lead development & maintenance of applications for the main system + Mentorship of junior engineers, taking the lead in the companys culture + Developing embedded systems and AI models Required skills … for Lead Software Engineer: + Have held a leading software engineer role for a number of years + Proficiency with scripting languages like Python + Proficiency in C++ and Computer Vision + Experience developing control mechanisms for automation + Experience with embedded software development (microcontrollers etc.) Desirable skills: + Experience designing low power automated More ❯

Lead Software Engineer C++ Python Linux Oxfordshire Hybrid £65,000pa plus benefits: Do you enjoy technically leading and mentoring Software Engineers utilising C++ & Python on Linux, passing on your knowledge and experience to help nurture and develop future Engineers? If so, this Lead Software Engineer role will be perfect for you. Our client … is at the forefront of scientific research industry developing instrumentation and tools to aid groundbreaking science. They now seek a highly dynamic Lead Software Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environments and can seamlessly adapt to changing priorities. The ideal candidate will not only bring technical expertise and architectural vision but also excel in collaboration … to both technical and non-technical audiences. We re looking for someone who can inspire, influence, and drive alignment while fostering a positive and innovative team culture. The successful Lead Software Engineer will need the following qualification, experience and skills: A degree in a Software Engineering, Mathematics or Science/Materials subject Experience in Linux based More ❯

Lead Software Engineer | C++ | Python | Linux Oxfordshire | Hybrid | £65,000pa plus benefits: Do you enjoy technically leading and mentoring Software Engineers utilising C++ & Python on Linux, passing on your knowledge and experience to help nurture and develop future Engineers? If so, this Lead Software Engineer role will be perfect for you. Our client … is at the forefront of scientific research industry developing instrumentation and tools to aid groundbreaking science. They now seek a highly dynamic Lead Software Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environments and can seamlessly adapt to changing priorities. The ideal candidate will not only bring technical expertise and architectural vision but also excel in collaboration … to both technical and non-technical audiences. We’re looking for someone who can inspire, influence, and drive alignment while fostering a positive and innovative team culture. The successful Lead Software Engineer will need the following qualification, experience and skills: A degree in a Software Engineering, Mathematics or Science/Materials subject Experience in Linux based More ❯

A Lead Software Engineer with a proven background in Embedded Software development, a good appreciation of electronics and strong commercial delivery experience will join a thriving Technical Consultancy. You’ll combine hands-on technical delivery (80%) and people leadership (small team of approx. 3-7). Hybrid working with salary to C£80K plus comprehensive benefits … package. This dynamic Consultancy, working across sectors from Defence and Healthcare to Industrial and Communications – delivering solutions that combine embedded software, electronics, FPGA, Cloud and system level functionality, seeks an individual who can confidently apply their technical expertise to address complex engineering problems. The Lead Software Engineer should bring: A University Electronic Engineering related education. Extensive … hands-on experience with embedded software development in C. Knowledge of Bare metal and RTOS environments. Proven line management experience of small teams (around 3-7 people). A strong understanding of electronics and how embedded software sits at the interface between electronics and software. A career spanning several different industry sectors highly beneficial. Experience of commercial and More ❯

Lead Backend Software Engineer/Developer (Java AWS) London/WFH to £115k Are you a hands-on Backend Software Engineer with team leadership skills? You could be progressing your career in a Lead Backend Software Engineer role at a global FinTech/CFD trading company that has been consistently voted as … one of the UKs top employers. As a Lead Backend Software Engineer you'll join a fairly new team working on a new crypto offering and split your time between hands-on development with people management (70/30). You'll set the technical direction, mentor engineers and ensure code quality, observability, scalability and security are … architectures You're collaborative and pragmatic with great communication skills, you're comfortable working with other teams and business stakeholders W hat's in it for you: As a Lead Backend Software Engineer you will earn a competitive package: Salary to £115k + Bonus Pension, Private Medical Care, Life Assurance Option to buy or sell holiday days More ❯

Lead Software Engineer/Developer (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 Software Engineer 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 … office twice a week for 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, SaaS, PaaS, microservices You have strong technical and team leadership experience You are More ❯

Our client, a leading technology company based in Cambridge, is seeking a Lead Embedded Software Engineer (DevOps) to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer with a strong background in DevOps, build automation, and embedded software to take on a leadership role shaping delivery pipelines and … best practices. As the Lead Embedded Software Engineer (DevOps), you will be responsible for leading the design, maintenance, and optimisation of build and release processes for embedded systems. You ll drive automation, mentor team members, and collaborate closely with software and hardware engineers to ensure efficient delivery of high-quality embedded software into production. Key … Responsibilities as Lead Embedded Software Engineer (DevOps): Lead the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines for embedded software projects Own and evolve build systems, source control, and release processes Automate and streamline build, test, and integration workflows across the team Provide technical leadership and mentorship in DevOps practices for embedded systems Collaborate with More ❯

Our client, a leading technology company based in Cambridge, is seeking a Lead Embedded Software Engineer (DevOps) to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer with a strong background in DevOps, build automation, and embedded software to take on a leadership role shaping delivery pipelines and … best practices. As the Lead Embedded Software Engineer (DevOps), you will be responsible for leading the design, maintenance, and optimisation of build and release processes for embedded systems. You’ll drive automation, mentor team members, and collaborate closely with software and hardware engineers to ensure efficient delivery of high-quality embedded software into production. Key … Responsibilities as Lead Embedded Software Engineer (DevOps): Lead the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines for embedded software projects Own and evolve build systems, source control, and release processes Automate and streamline build, test, and integration workflows across the team Provide technical leadership and mentorship in DevOps practices for embedded systems Collaborate with More ❯

A Lead Software Engineer with a proven background in Embedded Software development, a good appreciation of electronics and strong commercial delivery experience will join a thriving Technical Consultancy. Youll combine hands-on technical delivery (80%) and people leadership (small team of approx. 3-7). Hybrid working with salary to C£80K plus comprehensive benefits package. … This dynamic Consultancy, working across sectors from Defence and Healthcare to Industrial and Communications delivering solutions that combine embedded software, electronics, FPGA, Cloud and system level functionality, seeks an individual who can confidently apply their technical expertise to address complex engineering problems. The Lead Software Engineer should bring: A University Electronic Engineering related education. Extensive hands … on experience with embedded software development in C. Knowledge of Bare metal and RTOS environments. Proven line management experience of small teams (around 3-7 people). A strong understanding of electronics and how embedded software sits at the interface between electronics and software. A career spanning several different industry sectors highly beneficial. Experience of commercial and delivery More ❯

Lead Software Engineer Location: Bristol (Aztec West) Day Rate: 500-650 per day Work Model: Hybrid (3 days in the office per week) About the Role: RC Fornax is a veteran-owned engineering consultancy delivering high-value solutions for complex, safety-critical systems in industries where reliability and precision are paramount. We are seeking a visionary and … highly skilled Lead Software Engineer to lead the development of an AI-powered platform that will revolutionise engineering outsourcing, recruitment and defence procurement. This role combines cutting-edge artificial intelligence as a service (AIaaS) with deep software engineering expertise to create tools that enhance transparency, efficiency, and strategic decision-making in complex procurement environments. Key … Responsibilities: Design, develop, and deploy AI-enabled software solutions tailored to defence procurement challenges. Build scalable, secure, and modular systems that integrate with existing procurement platforms and data sources. Collaborate with stakeholders across defence, government, and industry to understand requirements and validate solutions. Ensure compliance with defence standards, cybersecurity protocols, and ethical AI principles. Lead technical architecture decisions More ❯

Lead Software Engineer Location: Bristol (Aztec West) Day Rate: 500-650 per day Work Model: Hybrid (3 days in the office per week) About the Role: RC Fornax is a veteran-owned engineering consultancy delivering high-value solutions for complex, safety-critical systems in industries where reliability and precision are paramount. We are seeking a visionary and … highly skilled Lead Software Engineer to lead the development of an AI-powered platform that will revolutionise engineering outsourcing, recruitment and defence procurement. This role combines cutting-edge artificial intelligence as a service (AIaaS) with deep software engineering expertise to create tools that enhance transparency, efficiency, and strategic decision-making in complex procurement environments. Key … Responsibilities: Design, develop, and deploy AI-enabled software solutions tailored to defence procurement challenges. Build scalable, secure, and modular systems that integrate with existing procurement platforms and data sources. Collaborate with stakeholders across defence, government, and industry to understand requirements and validate solutions. Ensure compliance with defence standards, cybersecurity protocols, and ethical AI principles. Lead technical architecture decisions More ❯

Lead Software Engineer Location: Bristol (Aztec West) Day Rate: 500-650 per day Work Model: Hybrid (3 days in the office per week) About the Role: RC Fornax is a veteran-owned engineering consultancy delivering high-value solutions for complex, safety-critical systems in industries where reliability and precision are paramount. We are seeking a visionary and … highly skilled Lead Software Engineer to lead the development of an AI-powered platform that will revolutionise engineering outsourcing, recruitment and defence procurement. This role combines cutting-edge artificial intelligence as a service (AIaaS) with deep software engineering expertise to create tools that enhance transparency, efficiency, and strategic decision-making in complex procurement environments. Key … Responsibilities: Design, develop, and deploy AI-enabled software solutions tailored to defence procurement challenges. Build scalable, secure, and modular systems that integrate with existing procurement platforms and data sources. Collaborate with stakeholders across defence, government, and industry to understand requirements and validate solutions. Ensure compliance with defence standards, cybersecurity protocols, and ethical AI principles. Lead technical architecture decisions More ❯

Lead Software Engineer Location: Bristol (Aztec West) Day Rate: 500-650 per day Work Model: Hybrid (3 days in the office per week) About the Role: RC Fornax is a veteran-owned engineering consultancy delivering high-value solutions for complex, safety-critical systems in industries where reliability and precision are paramount. We are seeking a visionary and … highly skilled Lead Software Engineer to lead the development of an AI-powered platform that will revolutionise engineering outsourcing, recruitment and defence procurement. This role combines cutting-edge artificial intelligence as a service (AIaaS) with deep software engineering expertise to create tools that enhance transparency, efficiency, and strategic decision-making in complex procurement environments. Key … Responsibilities: Design, develop, and deploy AI-enabled software solutions tailored to defence procurement challenges. Build scalable, secure, and modular systems that integrate with existing procurement platforms and data sources. Collaborate with stakeholders across defence, government, and industry to understand requirements and validate solutions. Ensure compliance with defence standards, cybersecurity protocols, and ethical AI principles. Lead technical architecture decisions More ❯

Lead Software Engineer - C#/Go/SQL Server/Kubernetes C#, Go, React.js, SQL Server, REST & GraphQL APIs, GCP, Kubernetes, Git Salary up to £100k Hybrid - 2 days onsite in Chester Influential, hands-on leadership role with no line management Who We Are We're a fast-growing tech company delivering high-impact SaaS solutions to … ve created a collaborative and developer-led engineering culture where innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence are genuinely valued. As we continue to scale, we're looking for a Lead Back-End Engineer to help shape the evolution of our platform and lead key technical initiatives. Who We're Seeking We're looking for an experienced Lead Software engineer with a strong foundation in modern programming principles and a proven track record of delivering robust, cloud-based systems. In this role, you'll provide hands-on technical leadership across key projects, work closely with product and engineering stakeholders, and play a pivotal role in evolving the architecture of our platform. You'll be given More ❯

Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – London – Hybrid – up to £110K We’re working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact … leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across multiple … development and API architecture. • Proven track record in leading engineering teams or high-performing technical squads. • Strategic thinker who can balance hands-on coding with technical leadership. • Advocate for software engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, and agile delivery. • Comfortable managing client-facing technical discussions and influencing stakeholders. • Experience with cloud technologies, scalable architectures, and modern CI/ More ❯

Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – London – Hybrid – up to £110K We're working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact … leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across multiple … development and API architecture. • Proven track record in leading engineering teams or high-performing technical squads. • Strategic thinker who can balance hands-on coding with technical leadership. • Advocate for software engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, and agile delivery. • Comfortable managing client-facing technical discussions and influencing stakeholders. • Experience with cloud technologies, scalable architectures, and modern CI/ More ❯

Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – Manchester – Hybrid – up to £110K We’re working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact … leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across multiple … development and API architecture. • Proven track record in leading engineering teams or high-performing technical squads. • Strategic thinker who can balance hands-on coding with technical leadership. • Advocate for software engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, and agile delivery. • Comfortable managing client-facing technical discussions and influencing stakeholders. • Experience with cloud technologies, scalable architectures, and modern CI/ More ❯

Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – Manchester – Hybrid – up to £110K We're working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact … leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across multiple … development and API architecture. • Proven track record in leading engineering teams or high-performing technical squads. • Strategic thinker who can balance hands-on coding with technical leadership. • Advocate for software engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, and agile delivery. • Comfortable managing client-facing technical discussions and influencing stakeholders. • Experience with cloud technologies, scalable architectures, and modern CI/ More ❯

Lead Embedded Software Engineer – Medical Imaging & Video Processing Location: Maidstone Innovation Centre (Onsite) Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 + Benefits Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Are you a highly capable Embedded Software Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? Would you like to lead cutting-edge development that directly contributes to … systems. Their technology interfaces with precision camera tracking hardware 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 … to life. You’ll initially lead a small team (1 Senior Embedded Engineer), with scope for team growth. You'll report directly to the Technical Director and play a strategic role as part of the senior leadership team. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where your input will shape the direction of new and existing product More ❯

A well-established business is looking for an accomplished Software Engineer with expert Python skills to join its organisation. Please note, this role is Outside IR35. The company embraces hybrid and flexible working so you will be able to work fully remotely, with occasional visits (perhaps once per month) to the office in London. Web, software, and … AI-enabled technology are fundamental to the success of the business so you must have proven experience of developing great software in Python and an interest in adopting cutting-edge technology. In order to be suitable for this Lead Software Engineer role you must be an accomplished developer with a passion for technology and desire to … keenly interested in AI and ML. Experience with AWS and data engineering would be advantageous to your application. In this role of significant responsibility, you will be both a Lead Developer and guide 2 in-house developers and an offshore team. You will act as a technical authority on software written in Python, lead architectural discussions, code More ❯

Contract Software Engineer/Lead Developer - Expert The Role We're looking for an exceptional Software Engineer/Back-End Developer - a true "super dev" - with proven Design Patterns expertise and a deep understanding of software engineering/development. This is a high-level contract role, suitable for someone operating at a Principal Engineer or Lead Engineer level. You'll join a small, highly skilled team building a new platform driven by innovative algorithms, clever data structures, and design patterns-based architecture. Working closely with the Head of Architecture, you'll take abstract concepts and requirements, distil them, and deliver high-quality, elegant solutions. This is a role for someone who … the highest standards. Location: Hybrid - Remote work available. Must be UK-based. Rate: circa 680 per day (inside IR35) Duration: 6 months initially Start: ASAP September 2025 Key Responsibilities Lead the back-end development of a new platform. Apply advanced software engineering/development and design patterns Translate abstract concepts into working, production-ready solutions. Employ Test-Driven More ❯

Contract Software Engineer/Lead Developer - Expert The Role We're looking for an exceptional Software Engineer/Back-End Developer - a true 'super dev' - with proven Design Patterns expertise and a deep understanding of software engineering/development. This is a high-level contract role, suitable for someone operating at a Principal Engineer or Lead Engineer level. You'll join a small, highly skilled team building a new platform driven by innovative algorithms, clever data structures, and design patterns-based architecture. Working closely with the Head of Architecture, you'll take abstract concepts and requirements, distil them, and deliver high-quality, elegant solutions. This is a role for someone who … the highest standards. Location: Hybrid - Remote work available. Must be UK-based. Rate: circa £680 per day (inside IR35) Duration: 6 months initially Start: ASAP September 2025 Key Responsibilities Lead the back-end development of a new platform. Apply advanced software engineering/development and design patterns Translate abstract concepts into working, production-ready solutions. Employ Test-Driven More ❯

Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – Edinburgh – Hybrid – up to £110K We're working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact … leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across multiple More ❯

Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – Leeds – Hybrid – up to £110K We're working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact … leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across multiple More ❯