Software Engineering Team Lead

Lead Software Developer (Team Lead) (Cloud Modernisation)

Location:

Swindon / Hybrid (2–3 days in office per week) Type:
Full-time, Permanent Salary: £70-80k

Our client, leading technology-focused organisation looking for a Lead Software Developer (Team Lead) to drive the technical evolution of their digital estate. This is a pivotal role for a hands‑on technical leader who wants to architect the future, moving their bespoke applications from legacy frameworks (PHP / .NET) toward a modern, cloud-native architecture.

In this role, you won’t just be writing code; you will define standards, champion CI / CD automation, and mentor a talented team of developers. If you are passionate about elevating digital experiences and building scalable SaaS solutions, this is the perfect challenge for you.

• Lead the Vision :
  Drive the technical roadmap to modernize legacy applications, transitioning them to sustainable, cloud-hosted platforms (Azure / AWS).
• Architect & Build :
  Design and develop high-quality, scalable software solutions. You will own the technical design, ensuring robust architecture and code quality.
• Mentor & Coach :
  Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the development team, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth.
• Innovate :
  Champion the adoption of CI / CD pipelines, test automation, and emerging technologies to increase delivery speed and reliability.
• Collaborate :
  Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and QA teams in an Agile environment to deliver seamless, integrated solutions.

We are looking for versatility and a strong grasp of modern engineering principles.

• Core : C# / .NET, JavaScript / Type Script, Python, or Java.
• Front-End :
  Modern frameworks such as Blazor, React, Angular, or Vue.
• Cloud & Dev Ops :
  Azure / AWS / GCP, Docker, Kubernetes, Git Hub Actions, Jenkins.
• Legacy Knowledge :
  Familiarity with modernising legacy stacks (e.g., PHP, older .NET frameworks) is highly valuable.
• Data : SQL, No
  
  SQL, and strong API design principles.

• Experience :
  You have proven experience as a Senior or Lead Developer in a complex, multi-system environment.
• Cloud Native :
  You have a demonstrable track record of cloud-based development and architecting scalable systems.
• Leadership :
  You are a natural mentor capable of influencing technical decisions and motivating a team.
• Agile Mindset :
  You are skilled in Agile delivery, sprint planning, and driving continuous improvement.
• Problem Solver :
  You have excellent analytical skills and a commitment to quality, security, and data protection best practices.

• Impact :
  Play a lead role in a major digital transformation project.
• Flexibility :
  Enjoy a balanced hybrid working model (typically 2–3 days in our Swindon office).
• Growth :
  Opportunity to shape engineering standards and the future technology roadmap of the organisation.