At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and delivery of secure software solutions using Python and Django.
- Company: Join a high-performing digital delivery team in a government programme.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid working, and long-term contract opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic, regulated environment with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical services while leading innovative agile teams.
- Qualifications: 8-10 years of software engineering experience with strong Python and Django skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
We are currently supporting a confidential central government programme in the search for an experienced Lead Software Engineer (Python, Django) to join a high-performing digital delivery team building secure, user-centred services within a GDS-aligned environment.
This is a hands-on technical leadership role suited to an experienced engineer who can operate across architecture, delivery, and live service support, while leading multidisciplinary agile squads to deliver complex, integrated systems.
You’ll be working in a regulated, security-focused domain supporting critical services related to controlled goods and export systems.
The Role
- Lead the design, build, and delivery of scalable, secure software solutions
- Take ownership of end-to-end feature development across complex services
- Produce clean, secure, test-driven code using Python and Django
- Support live services, ensuring performance, resilience, and stability
- Collaborate closely with BAs, UCD specialists, and engineers in agile squads
- Drive system design, architecture decisions, and integration approaches
- Contribute to engineering standards and continuous improvement
- Help coordinate build and integration activities across multiple systems
About You
We’re looking for someone who can operate confidently as both an engineer and technical leader, with:
- 8–10 years’ experience in software engineering (minimum 5+ essential)
- Strong hands-on experience with Python and Django
- Proven ability in end-to-end system design and architecture
- Experience leading or contributing significantly within agile teams
- Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience working in secure, structured or regulated environments
- A T-shaped profile – deep technical expertise with broad system awareness
Key Skills
- Python & Django development at senior/lead level
- System design and distributed architecture experience
- Agile delivery within multidisciplinary teams
- Experience supporting live production services
- Strong collaboration and technical leadership
Desirable Experience
- Government Digital Service (GDS) environments
- Public sector, defence, or other regulated domains
- Secure systems or compliance-heavy engineering environments
Additional Information
- Inside IR35 contract
- SC clearance will be required for onboarding
- Hybrid working model (40% onsite expectation)
- Long-term programme with complex, meaningful digital services
Lead Software Engineer in London employer: Energy Jobline CVL
As a Lead Software Engineer with us, you'll be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to delivering secure, user-centred services within a GDS-aligned environment. We offer a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance, alongside opportunities for professional growth in a regulated domain that values your expertise. Join us in London to contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying a collaborative culture that prioritises continuous improvement and technical excellence.
