Software Development, Team Leader

Due to continued growth, we are expanding our software team and are seeking a hands-on Development Team Leader to take ownership of our core software product-an asset management system built to meet health & safety compliance standards.

You will lead a team of developers, work closely with customers to understand requirements, and play a key role in the ongoing design, development, and enhancement of a highly configurable product built using Microsoft .NET and React Native., * Lead, mentor, and support a team of 5 software developers

• Remain hands-on with software design and development
• Develop and enhance applications using Microsoft .NET
• Work directly with customers to gather and translate business requirements
• Plan and manage development schedules and workloads
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and to agreed specifications
• Use JIRA to manage development tasks, releases, and source control
• Establish and improve development processes across design, build, test, and release
• Collaborate with senior management on product innovation and roadmap planning

The required skills & Who we're Looking For

This role will suit someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. If you're looking for a quiet, "clock-in, clock-out" role, this won't be the right fit. If you enjoy responsibility, variety, and impact - read on.

Do you have experience in Software development?, Are you an experienced senior software developer/leader who still enjoys hands-on work but is ready to take the next step into leadership?

Do you enjoy mentoring developers, shaping products, and working directly with customers to deliver real-world solutions?, * Minimum 5 years' experience in software design and development

• Strong experience with Microsoft .NET
• Ability to remain hands-on while leading and supporting others
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Comfortable working directly with customers and stakeholders
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions

Desirable:

• Previous experience leading or mentoring developers
• Experience working within structured development lifecycles and agile environments, * Have experience in, and enjoy: leading/mentoring Developers: 1 year (required)

• Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum (DOE)
• Holiday: 25 days paid holiday plus public holidays
• Pension: 3% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

(Flexibility required to support customers and project delivery when needed)