Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer

Full-Time On-site
Balance Talent

Tech: Java, TypeScript, React, Spring Boot, Cloud-native, GCP

Location: London once a month

If you are a Senior/Lead Software Engineer, who enjoys staying hands on and wants to move into a strategic role with an established SaaS Google partner, international footprint and enterprise-scale clients... this is worth reading!

Why this role might be of interest to you...

  • Freedom to advance your AI-enhanced Engineering skills with an intelligent, capable team that are multiplying their output and velocity
  • Frameworks and coding guidelines in place for safer experimentation and grounded Agents
  • You’ll enjoy a genuinely flexible set-up (typically 1 day a month in central London) and this will remain as they're a distributed team across the UK
  • Access to exclusive industry events, meet ups and networking opportunities
  • An abundance of autonomy to trailblaze, set standards, and find solutions to complex challenges
  • A team that has worked hard to shape an excellent culture, there is maturity, combined with fun and bouncing around ideas... a mindset for continual improvement is key!

This could be particularly suited to a Senior Software Engineer looking to step up into a Lead position. You’d be supported through this pivotal career stage.

The role requirements

  • A blend of hands-on engineering, mentoring and architectural decision making
  • Setting the technical direction for your squad and helping them to make sound engineering decisions
  • 1:1s, technical reviews, developing your team’s confidence and capability
  • Working with Product and Data teams, reporting into a Head of Engineering
  • You’ll be mindful of delivery performance, scalability, reliability and security
  • Seeking ways to reduce cycle times, improve deployment frequency and maintain code quality
  • Bringing curiosity and innovation!

Process (all handled remotely):

1) 30 minute conversation directly with the Head of Engineering

2) Take-home tech task (yes you can use AI... and it's encouraged)

3) Main interview with the squad and Head of Engineering

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Lead Software Engineer employer: Balance Talent

Balance Talent is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and autonomy, making it an ideal place for a Senior Software Engineer to step into a Technical Lead role. With a flexible hybrid work model, employees benefit from a supportive culture that encourages professional growth and collaboration, all while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of London just once a month. Join us to make a meaningful impact on our engineering practices in a dynamic and engaging environment.

Balance Talent

Contact Details:

Balance Talent Recruitment Team