Lead Software Engineer - Java, JavaScript, AWS in Glasgow

Lead Software Engineer - Java, JavaScript, AWS in Glasgow

Glasgow Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Next Frontier Capital

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead an agile team to create innovative software solutions and enhance technology products.
  • Company: Join a diverse tech company focused on collaboration and innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Embrace a culture of diversity and inclusion while driving technological advancements.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in software development and proficiency in programming languages like Java and React JS.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

As a Lead Software Engineer in Post Tech Technology – Margin and Collateral Services, you will play a pivotal role in an agile team dedicated to enhancing and delivering trusted technology products. You will drive critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas, supporting our firm’s business goals. Your expertise will help shape the team’s culture and foster innovation. You will collaborate with diverse professionals and contribute to the stability and scalability of our systems.

Job Responsibilities

  • Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting.
  • Develop secure, high‑quality production code and review and debug code written by others.
  • Identify opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues.
  • Lead evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams.
  • Drive outcomes‑oriented probing of architectural designs and technical credentials.
  • Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering.
  • Promote awareness and use of new and leading‑edge technologies.
  • Contribute to a team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

  • Hands‑on experience building enterprise, high‑availability software solutions.
  • Practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
  • Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages (Java, React JS, Python, etc.).
  • Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
  • Skilled in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
  • Advanced understanding of agile methodologies, including CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.).
  • Practical cloud‑native experience.
  • Proficient in working with SQL and NoSQL databases.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

  • Experience designing and delivering scalable solutions.
  • Cloud certification (AWS, Cloud Foundry, etc.).
  • Previous experience in post‑trade, margin, and collateral processing.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

Lead Software Engineer - Java, JavaScript, AWS in Glasgow employer: Next Frontier Capital

Next Frontier Capital is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the EMEA Energy sector. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation packages, and the chance to lead high-impact M&A and capital markets transactions in a dynamic environment. Join us to be part of a team that values strong leadership and proactive engagement, ensuring meaningful contributions to the energy landscape.

Next Frontier Capital

Contact Details:

Next Frontier Capital Recruitment Team

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