Lead Software Engineer

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This is your chance to join an internationally recognised business / brand, who are in a substantial period of growth. They have a unique environment, a great bunch to work with who are incredibly passionate about their products and the industry as a whole.
Most of their staff have worked in the industry for a long time and they are looking for an individual who wishes to grow with the company and share in their current and future success.
Role Overview
This is a rewarding role, that will allow you to bring in your own approach and ideas, with a team and company that are growing. The Lead Software Developer, will lead a small team of skilled software developers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Helping take projects from conception to completion, ensuring the business continues to deliver their best in market products and software.
Lead Software Developer Pay and Benefits
* £45,000 - £55,000
* 33 days holiday
* Sick pay
* Death in service cover
* Unique, relaxed environment
* Casual dress code
Commutable From: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rugby, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes
Lead Software Developer Person Specification
* A technical Degree ideally, anything Software based or similar would stand out.
* Minimum 5 years’ experience within a commercial software environment.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication skills, building relationships with people at all levels.
* Strong understanding of software engineering principles, with experience of Agile Scrum/Sprint planning principles.
* Strong People Management skills with proven experience as a formal Line Manager.
* Experience with project ownership and coordination, from conception to completion.
* Methodical, with a structured approach.
* Ability to manage working time effectively and prioritise assignments appropriately.
* Enthusiastic, self-motivated, committed and dependable.
Lead Software Developer Key Responsibilities
* Line management of the Software Team, with responsibility for efficiency and output.
* Managing the successful development of scalable firmware and software using a structured, process-driven approach.
* Plan the detailed Software Team workload and regularly communicate the milestone progress to the Project Lead, Programme Manager and Stakeholders.
* Maintain best practices within the Software Team, ensuring technical journals, essential research and company QMS process are followed.
* Leadership and administration of the Sprint process for the Software Team.
* Support the delivery of product firmware and software within the Software Team, from an initial design brief through to full production, encompassing the testing and verification of the design.
* Assisting with project planning, scoping and problem-solving.
Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.
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