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Staff Software Engineer / Tech Lead

Company OverviewMetrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects-as-a-service across Aerospace, Electromagnetic & Cyber, Digital & Syntheti ...

Lead Software Engineer Core Tech

Start date: 16 Jun 2026Studio OverviewWe are Sports Interactive 🎮The studio behind: ⚽ Football Manager.Founded in 1994, Sports Interactive became a wholly owned subsidiary of SEGA Europe in 2006. Based at the Here East technology hub in Stratford, East London, the SI team c ...

Staff Software Engineer / Tech Lead

Company OverviewMetrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects-as-a-service across Aerospace, Electromagnetic & Cyber, Digital & Syntheti ...

Lead Software Engineer Core Tech

Start date: 16 Jun 2026Studio OverviewWe are Sports Interactive 🎮The studio behind: ⚽ Football Manager.Founded in 1994, Sports Interactive became a wholly owned subsidiary of SEGA Europe in 2006. Based at the Here East technology hub in Stratford, East London, the SI team c ...

Senior Software Architect & Tech Lead

Senior Software Architect & Tech Lead Full Ownership | AI Strategy | Startup Agility with Enterprise Backing Location: Remote (UK) | Monthly Strategy Meet-ups in London Team: 1 Junior Developer (Mentee), 1 Technical Product Manager The Setup: A high-growth agile unit within the global STARLIMS ecosystem.< ...

Senior Software Architect & Tech Lead

Senior Software Architect & Tech Lead Full Ownership | AI Strategy | Startup Agility with Enterprise Backing Location: Remote (UK) | Monthly Strategy Meet-ups in London Team: 1 Junior Developer (Mentee), 1 Technical Product Manager The Setup: A high-growth agile unit within the global STARLIMS ecosystem.< ...

French Speaking Software Implementation Lead

MCS Rental Software is seeking a fluent French speaker experienced in project management of software implementations. This role involves becoming a subject matter expert, managing multiple software projects from start to finish, and delivering client training. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of ex ...

Software Implementation Lead — Training & Delivery

Inspired Plc, a market leader in energy and sustainability solutions in the UK, seeks an individual skilled in software implementation and project management. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing client onboarding, delivering training, and tailoring solutions to client needs. Essential skill ...

Lead Software Engineer (.NET/JS)

Overview A leading psychometric solutions company is seeking a Lead Engineer to join its growing team. We're dedicated to powering the right people into the right roles through science, using cutting-edge platforms to deliver trusted data and promote fairness. Driven by demand, we're sca ...

Software Engineering Lead (Flutter) Catalyst

Software Engineering Lead (Flutter) - Catalyst Who are we? IOG is a technology company focused on Blockchain research and development. We are renowned for our scientific approach to blockchain development, emphasizing peer-reviewed research and formal methods to ensure security, ...

Lead Unity Software Engineer (Gameplay)

Playrix — одна из самых успешных компаний по разработке мобильных игр в мире. По доходам среди всех мобильных приложений мы входим в топ-3 в мире, а в Европе мы первые. Наши игры установили 2,3 миллиарда раз (треть населения Земли), каждый день в них играет более 30 миллионов людей по всему миру! < ...

Lead Software Engineer (SC & eDV)

Aker Systems was founded in 2017 by a team of experienced technology professionals who recognised an opportunity to provide highly secure enterprise data platforms to large organisations. We build and operate ground-breaking, ultra-secure, high performance, cloud-based data infrastructure for the enterpris ...

Lead Unity Software Engineer (Gameplay)

Playrix — одна из самых успешных компаний по разработке мобильных игр в мире. По доходам среди всех мобильных приложений мы входим в топ-3 в мире, а в Европе мы первые. Наши игры установили 2,3 миллиарда раз (треть населения Земли), каждый день в них играет более 30 миллионов людей по всему ...

Lead C++ Software Engineer (Gameplay)

Playrix — одна из самых успешных компаний по разработке мобильных игр в мире. По доходам среди всех мобильных приложений мы входим в топ-3 в мире, а в Европе мы первые. Наши игры установили 2,3 миллиарда раз (треть населения Земли), каждый день в них играет более 30 миллионов людей по всему ...

R&D Lead Software Engineer

About the role The Print Systems Software group is looking for a new Lead R&D Software Engineer to join Domino. Our team of around 40 talented professionals sits within the Research & Development department, where we design, build, and test the software that powers all Domino coding and marking p ...

Lead Software Engineer Service Now

We have an opportunity to impact your career and provide an adventure where you can push the limits of what's possible. As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Service Now, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology ...

Lead Software Engineer (Embedded Ada)

Job Description Your impact We are on the lookout for talented Lead Software Engineers. If you have strong technical experience in real-time embedded systems and are eager to expand your skillset, leadership and decision-making capabilities, this role will provide the foundation f ...

Lead Software Engineer — Security Cleared

A consultancy focusing on critical engineering solutions is seeking a security cleared Lead Software Engineer to lead a team in delivering complex systems integral to nationally significant programmes. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in a high-stakes environment, where decis ...

Senior Advisory AI Platform Engineer Developer Experience

A leading technology company is looking for an Advisory AI Software Engineer to design and evolve the internal AI platform for their Hybrid AI ecosystem. The role focuses on building top-quality developer experiences and managing model lifecycles. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in software ...

Senior Python Backend Engineer Lead Tech & Crypto Equity

LinuxRecruit in Greater London is seeking a Software Engineer for back-end development to drive team innovation in telecommunications. You will design and scale backend systems, utilizing your expertise in Python and frameworks suitable for diverse technical challenges. This role offers autonomy over technical d ...

Senior Lead Python Engineer Rates Risk & PnL (Athena)

JPMorganChase is looking for an experienced Senior Athena Python Rates Senior Lead Software Engineer to join our development team in Greater London. This role requires hands-on Python development skills and a strong financial services background to support Rates Risk and PNL business deliveries. Candidates will ...

Lead AI/Python Engineer (+ Equity) at LightWork AI

Job Title Lead AI/Python Engineer Company Description LightWork AI - Fast-growing AI startup transforming real estate technology Location London, UK Job Description Join LightWork AI in London to lead the full lifecycle of AI development. You ...

Senior Principal Engineer Cloud Lead & Mentor (AWS/Python)

A tech company in London seeks a Principal Engineer to integrate hands-on expertise with leadership skills in a collaborative environment. This role involves mentoring team members while utilizing AWS, Terraform, and Python. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for engineering best practices and a ...

Senior Python Full Stack Engineer Network Automation Lead

State Street is seeking a highly skilled senior level developer with network infrastructure experience to join their development team in Greater London. You will work on full-stack solutions for automating network technologies and collaborate closely with network engineers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's de ...

Technical Lead: Python & Azure AI for Agentic Systems

ClearRoute is seeking a Technical Lead to oversee delivery for AI and Agentic capabilities on Azure. This role requires strong hands-on experience with Python and Azure services, along with the ability to engage with technical and business stakeholders. As part of a hybrid working model, you will work closely wi ...

Technical Lead Hybrid Python, AWS, SaaS Scale up

Harrington Starr is seeking a Technical Lead in Central London to mentor engineers and drive innovative development in a fast-growing Fintech scale-up. The role includes significant hands-on coding, shaping technical strategy, and leading a team towards high-quality standards. Competitive salary up to £120,000, ...

Senior Python Tech Lead – Real Time Trading & Risk

J.P. MORGAN is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer in Greater London to join the Credit Trading - Realtime Risk team. The successful candidate will develop secure, high-quality code, provide technical guidance to teams, and influence product design and technical operations. Applicants should have expertise i ...

Lead Python Engineer Scale New Lending Products (Hybrid)

A financial technology company in Greater London is seeking a Lead Python Engineer to lead a team and develop new lending products. This hands-on role combines technical leadership with team management, focusing on building production-grade Python services. The ideal candidate will have experience in Python prod ...

Senior Python Engineer: Lead, Mentor & Build Secure Cloud

CGI is looking for an experienced Python Software Engineer to join their team in Leatherhead, United Kingdom. You will work on innovative technical solutions and lead software development teams, ensuring quality through unit and integration testing. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience wi ...

Remote Credit Decisioning Systems Lead (SQL/SAS/Python)

A leading credit technology firm in Northern Ireland seeks a candidate to establish and maintain robust credit technology systems that align with strategic goals. The role involves developing, implementing, and overseeing credit decision systems that ensure efficient and compliant lending operations. Ideal candi ...

Senior Python Engineer — Real Time Risk Platform Lead

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to enhance credit risk management solutions. The role involves providing technical leadership, developing secure code, and advocating for best practices in software development. Ideal candidates will have advanced Python skill ...

Senior Python Lead Engineer – Microservices for Delta One

A global investment bank is seeking a Lead Software Engineer based in Greater London. In this role, you will engineer scalable RESTful micro-services and APIs while guiding a team of developers. The ideal candidate should have extensive Python experience and a solid understanding of microservices architecture, C ...

Senior Python/Django Backend Engineer Lead & Scale (Remote)

A technology company is seeking a Senior Developer with strong Python and Django expertise to take ownership of back-end systems. You'll work within a fast-paced environment, contributing to the Django REST API and enhancing system performance. This role offers a clear path toward technical leadership as the tea ...

Lead Python & Test Automation Engineer | Cloud & CI/CD

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to enhance and deliver technology products. The role involves developing high-quality production code, leading technical troubleshooting, and contributing to software operational stability. Candidates should have strong experience in Py ...

Senior Data Engineer Lead – Python, SQL, Cloud Microservices

A leading global financial services firm in London seeks a Data Engineering Lead to drive Agile practices and deliver scalable, cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in software engineering, with strong skills in AWS, Python, and SQL. Responsibilities include leadin ...

Lead AI/ML Engineer (Python) – Cloud, MLOps & AWS

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their Applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning team. You will play a pivotal role in transforming operations by integrating innovative AI/ML solutions. The ideal candidate has strong skills in Python and Kubernetes, ...

Data Architect Migration & Tech Lead (Java/Scala/Python)

Migration Approach Data integration approach Experience Being a hands-on data architect (only when needed) with program languages Java, Scala , and Python. Accenture is a global professional services company offering expertise in digital, cloud, and security solutions ...

Lead Backend Engineer, Real Time Trading (C++/Python)

A leading global trading venue is seeking a seasoned professional for a leadership position focused on low-latency engineering and stakeholder collaboration. Located in London with a hybrid work model, the role requires strong C++ and Python skills, along with a proven track record in modernizing legacy systems. ...

Senior AI/ML Cloud Engineer — Python & AWS Lead

Job DescriptionJ.P. MorganChase is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in AWS and Python, and a passion for Machine Learning, to help engineer and deploy innovative ML solutions into production. Job DescriptionJ.P. MorganChase is seeking a Senior ...

Senior Python Backend Lead Cloud & AWS (Hybrid Leeds)

A technology-driven company in Leeds seeks a Senior Python Developer to enhance their scalable cloud platform in Healthcare. In this role, you will design robust solutions, refine APIs, and contribute to a culture of mentorship and innovation. Candidates should have over 5 years of Python experience, excellent c ...

AI Product Tech Lead: Python, Cloud & Scalable SaaS

A leading technology firm in Greater London is seeking a Product Technical Lead to drive the development of their AI-enabled software product. You will guide technical design, lead development teams, and collaborate closely with business stakeholders to ensure the product meets market needs. This hands-on role c ...

Senior Data Engineer Lead Python, SQL, AWS, Microservices

A leading financial institution in London seeks a skilled Lead Data Engineer to enhance and deliver top-tier technology products. This role includes leading a team of Data Engineers, conducting Agile ceremonies, and delivering cloud-native microservice applications. The ideal candidate should have strong experti ...

Application Engineering Lead (Java, Python, Angular, Microservic Manchester)

Job Role Application Engineering Lead (Java, Python, Angular, Microservices and Adobe) Location Manchester, UK Work Arrangement The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend ...

Lead Python Engineer for Front Office Quant Trading

A leading financial services firm in the Greater London area is hiring a Lead Software Engineer to work on trading and investment projects. You will collaborate with developers, quants, and traders, focusing on developing engines, services, and APIs while applying disciplined code management. Candidates should h ...

Lead Software Engineer Java, AWS

Join us and take your career to new heights as a Lead Java Software Engineer. You’ll have the opportunity to influence major technology decisions and mentor talented engineers. We value your expertise and encourage you to push boundaries, solve complex challenges, and grow professionally. Our team thrives on ...

Lead Control Systems Software Engineer

Lead Control Systems Software Engineer Stone, Staffordshire Competitive salaryVIQU have partnered with a leading organisation in operational technology and digital transformation who are seeking an experienced Lead Control Systems Software Engineer to join ...

Full Stack Lead Software Engineer

We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to take your software engineering career to the next level. As a Senior Lead SWE within our Markets team of innovators and technologists, you will revolutionize how the unique opportunity to lead, deliver and support modern, desk-facing data visuali ...

Lead Software Engineer (Embedded Ada)

Job Description:Your impactWe are on the lookout for talented Lead Software Engineers, if you have strong technical experience in real-time embedded systems and are eager to expand your skillset, leadership and decision-making capabilities, this role will provide the foundation for ...

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