At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team, mentor developers, and drive technical excellence on innovative projects.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking tech company in Colchester with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a professional development budget.
- Other info: Experience a vibrant team environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading cutting-edge web applications and shaping technical direction.
- Qualifications: 7+ years in software development, 3+ years in leadership, and expertise in React, Node.js, and TypeScript.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
We're seeking a Lead Software Engineer to lead our development team and drive technical excellence across our projects.
- Colchester
- Full-time
- Key Requirements
- 7+ years of software development experience
- 3+ years in a leadership or senior role
- Expert knowledge of React, Node. js, and Type Script
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud)
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Experience with agile development methodologies
About the Role
We're looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team.
You'll lead technical projects, mentor developers, and help shape our technical direction while working on cutting-edge web applications.
What You'll Do
- Lead technical architecture and design decisions for client projects
- Mentor and guide junior developers in their professional growth
- Conduct code reviews and maintain high code quality standards
- Collaborate closely with product managers and designers
- Drive technical innovation and implement best practices
- Manage project timelines and technical deliverables
- Contribute to our technical blog and open source projects
What We're Looking For
- 7+ years of software development experience
- 3+ years in a leadership or senior technical role
- Expert knowledge of React, Node. js, and Type Script
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud)
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Experience with agile development methodologies
- Passion for clean code and technical excellence
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working arrangements (remote/hybrid options)
- Professional development budget for courses and conferences
- Comprehensive health insurance
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Latest development tools and equipment
- Collaborative and innovative team environment
- Application Process
- Submit your application with your Git Hub profile
- Technical screening and code review
- Technical interview with coding challenge
- Leadership and culture fit interview
- Reference checks and offer
Ready to lead our engineering team? We'd love to hear from you!
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Lead Software Engineer Colchester employer: Element Ltd
As a Lead Software Engineer in Colchester, you'll be part of a dynamic and innovative team that values technical excellence and collaboration. We offer a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a professional development budget to support your growth. Join us to lead exciting projects, mentor talented developers, and contribute to a culture that prioritises clean code and continuous improvement.
