Lead Software Developer in Northampton

Lead Software Developer in Northampton

Northampton Full-Time 45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Hunter Selection Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a dynamic team in developing innovative software solutions using C++ and JUCE.
  • Company: Join a well-established UK tech company with a collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension, and a cycle to work scheme.
  • Other info: This is an urgent vacancy with excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on products and mentor the next generation of developers.
  • Qualifications: Proven leadership in Agile environments and expertise in C++, JUCE, and Python.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.

Northampton, England

Salary: GBP45000 - GBP55000 per annum + 25 Days holiday, pension

Software Developer Team Lead

Office-based

C++, JUCE, Python

25 Days holiday (increases to 30 with length of service)

Cycle to work scheme

Pension

I’m working with a well‑established UK company looking for a Software Development Manager to lead a team working with C++ and JUCE. We’re looking for someone with strong technical expertise who enjoys mentoring developers, driving software delivery, and taking ownership of engineering outcomes. Previous experience leading development teams and working in Agile environments is essential, along with the ability to communicate effectively across the business. This is a great opportunity to make a real impact on both the product and the team.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities:

  • Managing the team
  • Overlooking the software and methodologies
  • Oversee documentation
  • Running sprints
  • Hands on development when needed
  • Planning and communication
  • Participation in introduction teams
  • Supporting wider business needs
  • Liaison with stakeholders

Requirements:

  • Experience in an Agile environment
  • Experience with the entire SDLC
  • Leadership
  • Great communication
  • Software related qualification
  • C++, JUCE
  • Python
  • Stakeholder communication
  • REST APIs
  • Degree in software

This is an urgent vacancy, so if you would like to be considered then please apply quoting reference AR.

Hunter Selection Ltd

Contact Details:

Hunter Selection Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lead Software Developer in Northampton

C++
JUCE
Python
Agile Methodologies
Leadership
Stakeholder Communication
REST APIs