Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer - Manchester City Centre - Up to £70k

I'm working with a Manchester-based financial services organisation that is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to take technical ownership of key systems and lead a growing engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced full‑stack engineer who enjoys staying hands‑on while also shaping architecture, setting technical direction, and mentoring engineers in a purpose‑driven environment.

You’ll lead a small, highly skilled team of engineers, working closely with senior stakeholders and cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, scalable, and high‑performing software solutions. Reporting into the Head of Engineering, you’ll play a pivotal role in defining architectural standards, driving innovation, and ensuring systems support long‑term business strategy.

This role blends hands‑on development, technical leadership, and people management, with exposure to modern cloud‑based technologies and mission‑critical systems.

• Leading and mentoring a team of software engineers, supporting delivery and professional development
• Providing technical ownership of architecture, design decisions, a…