Software Development Team Lead

Software Development Team Lead (16436) Newcastle upon Tyne, England

Job Description:

Core-Asset Consulting is partnering with a high-growth, technology-driven investment and software firm based in Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit a Software Development Team Lead.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a talented development team, take ownership of end-to-end software delivery, and contribute to building a collaborative and innovative technology culture from the ground up.

• Proven programming expertise in C#/.NET, Java, Rust, or Python.
• Strong problem‑solving ability with a proactive, entrepreneurial approach.
• Experience managing projects end-to-end, taking ownership from requirements to delivery.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of working effectively with technical and business stakeholders.
• Energy, ambition, and a collaborative mindset; formal management experience is desirable but not essential.
• Holds a First‑Class Honours degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Experience in financial services technology is advantageous but not required.

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software developers, fostering collaboration and technical excellence.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver pragmatic, high-quality software solutions.
• Take ownership of full project life cycles, from design through to deployment and support.
• Challenge existing systems and processes, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Stay up to date with technology trends to ensure the team remains at the forefront of technical capability.
• A highly competitive salary.

Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.

To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.