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Lead Software Engineer DeepTech Scale up London

Overview twentyAI are working with a leading Seed Scale up experiencing rapid commercial expansion. They are a team led by exceptional scientific talent backed by top-tier investors. They offer a hybrid working environment, as well as a strong equity package. About the Role They're ...

Lead Software Engineer Cloud Scale Backend Systems

A leading tech company in Greater London is seeking a hands-on Manager, Software Engineering to lead impactful backend systems development and foster engineering talent. The role emphasizes architectural design, cross-team collaboration, and mentoring while contributing to coding in a cloud-native environment su ...

Lead Software Engineer Agentic Gen AI / NLP

Job Description Are you passionate about building the next generation of AI solutions? Join us to lead and mentor a team of talented engineers, drive innovation in generative and agentic AI, and deliver impactful, scalable technology for Risk Technology. You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional p ...

Lead Software Engineer — Modern Stack & Team Leadership

Overview Lead a team of engineers in a collaborative, innovation-driven culture. Work with a modern, evolving tech stack: AWS, Azure, .NET 8, Terraform, React, TypeScript , DynamoDB, Event-Driven Architecture. Responsibilities Lead a team of engineers in a collaborative ...

Senior Software Engineer — Cloud Microservices Tech Lead

A leading energy consultancy based in Oxford is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their innovative team. In this role, you will be responsible for turning product ideas into reality, focusing on building cloud-based software solutions that drive decisions in the global energy market. The ideal candi ...

Lead Software Engineer — Greenfield in‑house Platform

Lead Software Engineer – Build a New In‑House Engineering Function I’m partnering with a high‑growth, technology‑driven organisation that’s embarking on a major shift in how it builds and delivers its digital products. Historically reliant on third‑party solutions, the business ...

Chief Software Engineer & Team Lead (Hybrid, SC)

Role: Chief Software Engineer and Team LeaderLocation: Milton Keynes / London (Hybrid)Salary Range: £88k - £95K + discretionary bonusesActive SC Clearance preferredResponsibilitiesYour main responsibilities will be to.Oversee the delivery of DRAM and DSR solutions and other software en ...

Lead Software Engineer, Frontier AI Platform (Hybrid)

A leading AI consultancy, located in Greater London, is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to scale their groundbreaking Frontier Decision Intelligence platform. The role involves driving technical contributions, designing customer-facing solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidat ...

Lead Software Engineer, AI/ML & Data Platforms

A leading financial services institution in Glasgow seeks a Lead Software Engineer for the AI/ML & Data Platforms team. The role involves developing secure high-quality production code, leading software solutions, and mentoring junior developers. Ideal candidates should have fluency in Python, practical AWS expe ...

Senior Software Engineer (C# / .NET) Team Lead

About Caxton Associates Caxton Associates, founded in 1983, is a global trading and investment firm with offices in London, New York, Singapore, Monaco, Dubai and Bengaluru. Caxton Associates’ primary business is to manage client and proprietary capital through a suite of products designed to fit ...

Lead Software Data Engineer – GraphQL, AWS & GoLang

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Lead Software Data Engineer in London LinuxRecruit

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Lead Software Engineer Cloud Delivery & Tech Leadership

Energy Jobline ZR is looking for a Lead Software Engineer based in Leeds City Centre. The ideal candidate will take ownership of technical delivery for complex software projects and guide development teams in creating secure, scalable cloud-based systems. This position offers a hybrid work environment and a comp ...

Lead Software Engineer – Cloud Native, Distributed Systems

Burns Sheehan is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their team in Central London. This role involves working with cutting-edge technologies like Golang, Rust, and Kubernetes to build sustainable cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of distributed systems and experience i ...

Lead Software Engineer £70k Leeds in Leeds

Job Description Lead Software Engineer - £70k Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid) We are supporting a growing technology organisation delivering large-scale digital solutions for enterprise clients across multiple industries. They are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to t ...

Staff Software Engineer — Lead Scalable DevOps Platform

A technology company specializing in software delivery is seeking an experienced software developer to design, develop, and maintain critical software on a scalable platform. The ideal candidate will have 7-11 years of experience in Java and Golang, along with a solid foundation in data structures and algorithms ...

Lead Principal Software Engineer—Physics‑Driven Systems

A global science and technology company in High Wycombe is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the architecture and design of software systems across the full stack. This involves leading a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring system integration, and applying a strong understanding of physics for algorith ...

Body Electronics Project Engineer: Hardware & Software Lead

Aumovio is currently seeking an experienced professional in Gaydon, UK, to lead the electrical department's development on automotive components. The role involves ensuring components meet quality, cost, and function requirements while supporting pre-production builds and managing software deliveries. Applicants ...

Lead Software Engineer Agentic Gen AI / NLP

Job Description Are you passionate about building the next generation of AI solutions? Join us to lead and mentor a team of talented engineers, drive innovation in generative and agentic AI, and deliver impactful, scalable technology for Risk Technology. You'll collaborate with cross-functional pa ...

Lead Software Engineer, back end (L5/6)

What you’ll do at Synthesia: You will work end-to-end, contributing to our client application written in React and our monolithic backend written in Python, and managing the safe release of your features to our customer base. You will have sole ownership of projects that span mont ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Secure, Scalable Cloud

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to participate in building and delivering top-notch technology products. The role requires hands-on experience in system design and application development. You will contribute to technical guidance, code development, and influence produc ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Cloud Native Microservices

Join JPMorgan Chase & Co. as a Senior Lead Software Engineer in Greater London, where you will develop cloud-native applications in a collaborative and innovative environment. This role requires deep expertise in Java and cloud technologies, alongside strong problem-solving skills. You will deliver secure, relia ...

Founding Software Engineer Lead Platform & Ops (Equity)

nineDots.io is seeking a Founding Engineer at the Senior/Staff Level in Greater London, offering a salary between £130,000 to £150,000. This role involves end-to-end ownership of the codebase and leading platform optimizations, collaborating closely with the CEO. Candidates should have a strong technical backgro ...

Lead Software Engineer — Remote, Flexible Growth & Autonomy

A leading sports technology company in Greater London is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive innovation and technical strategy within their Human Performance group. This role involves mentorship, fostering collaboration, and delivering impactful solutions that enhance how athletes train and perform. The ideal candi ...

Lead Software Engineer Creatures FX, Rigging & Crowds

Dneg in Greater London is looking for a Software Team Lead to drive development in VFX and Feature Animation. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, acting as Product Owner, and collaborate with stakeholders to shape requirements and deliver high-quality tools. Ideal candidates have a degree in Computer Science ...

Lead Software Engineer – Asset Management Data Platform

Join us and shape the future of data and analytics at JPMorgan Chase. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to design and deliver market-leading technology products that support our business objectives. You will collaborate with talented colleagues in an inclusive, agile environment wh ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Cloud Platform Engineering

Out of the successful launch of Chase in 2021, we're a new team, with a new mission. We're creating products that solve real world problems and put customers at the center - all in an environment that nurtures skills and helps you realize your potential. Our team is key to our success. We're people-first. ...

Lead AI Software Engineer Cloud Native & Enterprise

A leading AI technology firm in the UK seeks a Software Engineer to lead the design and delivery of AI-powered applications. The role requires extensive experience with React, TypeScript, and Python, alongside cloud-native development. You will mentor engineers, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, a ...

Lead Security Engineer Secure Software & Threat Modeling

A global financial services leader is seeking a Lead Security Engineer to join their Bournemouth team. In this crucial role, you will develop secure software solutions while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Key responsibilities include executing security solutions, minimizing vulnerabilities, and c ...

Tech Lead & Principal Software Engineer (Data Platforms)

Elsevier is looking for a Consulting/Principal Software Engineer in Greater London. In this role, you will act as the technical lead for a cross-functional squad, focusing on designing and delivering reliable, secure software solutions. You will collaborate closely with various teams and be responsible for imple ...

Lead Software Engineer Margin Technology Vice President

Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we ...

Senior Software Engineer Scalable Systems & API Lead

A technology consulting company based in Wales is seeking a skilled software developer to design and maintain scalable applications. Responsibilities include writing robust code, translating requirements into efficient software, and conducting performance analyses to ensure application stability. The ideal candi ...

Lead Embedded Software Engineer — RTOS & Safety Systems

A leading technology firm in Filton is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer. In this hybrid role, you will lead a team developing a safety-critical Real-Time Operating System while overseeing projects and ensuring high standards of safety and quality. Candidates should have robust experience in embedde ...

Senior Software Engineer — Lead, Build Scalable Platforms

A leading digital finance company in Greater London is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will mentor junior engineers, contribute to architectural decisions, and implement continuous delivery practices. You will work in an agi ...

Senior Lead Software Engineering AI/ML Engineer

Join us to shape the future of AI/ML data platforms, where your expertise will help create resilient and market‑leading solutions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with innovators across our global network, driving strategic change and mentoring others. We value your skills in solving complex c ...

Senior Software Engineer Video Forensics Lead (London)

Axon Enterprise, based in London, is seeking a seasoned Software Engineer with over 8 years of experience to lead the development of advanced Video Forensics capabilities. The role involves cross-team collaboration and mentoring team members. This position operates on a hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office ...

Lead Software Engineer, Real Time Performance Systems

Atlassian Williams F1 Team is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for the Performance Technology group in the UK. The role involves leading a team of engineers and making architectural decisions across a diverse stack, including C++, Rust, and Python. Ideal candidates should have 10+ years of software development e ...

Lead Software Engineer Agentic Gen AI / NLP

Job Description Are you passionate about building the next generation of AI solutions? Join us to lead and mentor a team of talented engineers, drive innovation in generative and agentic AI, and deliver impactful, scalable technology for Risk Technology. You'll collaborate with cross-functional pa ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Cloud & API Architecture

Senior Lead Software Engineer – JPMorgan Chase Are you ready to shape the future of technology at a leading global financial institution? Join us and use your expertise to drive impactful solutions that power our business and support our clients worldwide. Here, you'll collaborate with talented p ...

Senior Lead Software Engineer Cloud & API Architecture

Are you ready to shape the future of technology at a leading global financial institution? Join us and use your expertise to drive impactful solutions that power our business and support our clients worldwide. Here, you'll collaborate with talented professionals, grow your skills, and make a real differenc ...

Senior Systems Engineer IT/Software Integration Lead

Leidos is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer in Farnborough to manage system integration activities. The role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in Systems Engineering for IT/software systems. Ideal candidates are familiar with frameworks like ICOSE and have strong analytical and communication skills. Pref ...

Senior Lead Software Engineering AI/ML Engineer

Join us to shape the future of AI/ML data platforms, where your expertise will help create resilient and market‑leading solutions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with innovators across our global network, driving strategic change and mentoring others. We value your skills in solving complex c ...

Lead Software Engineer – Real Time Performance Systems

Atlassian Williams F1 Team in Grove, England is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to guide a team in developing high-performance software that aids aerodynamics and vehicle dynamics. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of software development experience, including background in C++, Rust, and Python, alon ...

Lead Software Engineer C#/.NET, Azure & Kubernetes

Biometric Talent is looking for a Lead Developer to join their team in Wigan on a hybrid basis. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with C# and .NET, and be capable of leading software design and development in Azure environments. You will work closely with Product and Delivery teams, while also ment ...

Staff Software Engineer: Platform Architect & AI Lead

A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Staff Engineer to oversee the long-term technical health of business units. The role requires expertise in distributed systems, primarily with Python, React, and Postgres, alongside a strong technical leadership background. With a focus on navig ...

Hybrid Senior Software Engineer – Platform & DevOps Lead

A global banking institution in Belfast seeks a Senior Engineer to lead the implementation of application systems and programs. The role entails partnering with management teams to enhance product improvements and apply modern software engineering practices, including DevOps and Agile delivery. Ideal candidates ...

Lead Software Engineer — Global Music Rights Platform

A leading music entertainment company is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for their King's Cross office in London. The ideal candidate will have over 18 years of software engineering experience, particularly with frontend application development using TypeScript, React, and GraphQL. Responsibilities include coll ...

Senior Software Engineer Lead – Scalable Backend & Cloud

A technology company is seeking a Manager of Software Engineering in London, responsible for architecting scalable backend systems and leading complex projects. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of software engineering experience, with strong expertise in Golang or Java and AWS. This hands-on role requires te ...

Senior Software Engineer Creatures Tools & Pipelines Lead

A leading visual effects company is looking for a Senior Software Developer to join their team in Greater London. This role involves software development and team management, contributing to the development of frameworks and tools for Creatures technology. Ideal candidates should have strong skills in C++ and Py ...

Senior Software Engineer & Tech Lead Global Payments

A leading fintech company in the UK is seeking a team leader for their engineering division. You will manage a highly skilled team and contribute to the development of impactful software solutions. Ideal candidates will have experience in software design, team leadership, and advanced English proficiency. The po ...

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