Lead Software Engineer in Portsmouth

Lead Software Engineer in Portsmouth

Portsmouth Full-Time 63000 - 77000 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead software delivery for complex engineering projects and mentor multidisciplinary teams.
  • Company: Established engineering organisation focused on innovative software solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Work 4 days onsite and enjoy 1 day of remote flexibility.
  • Why this job: Combine hands-on development with leadership in a collaborative, cutting-edge tech environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in software engineering and strong technical leadership skills required.

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

Software Technical Lead – Robotics Advanced Engineering About the Role Our client is an established engineering organisation developing innovative software solutions for complex, safety-critical systems.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Software Technical Lead to drive the delivery of advanced software projects and provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

This is an excellent opportunity to combine hands-on software development with technical leadership, working on cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities Lead the software delivery of complex engineering projects.

Define software architectures for integrated systems.

Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.

Translate system requirements into software solutions.

Ensure software meets quality, safety and performance standards.

Provide technical leadership, mentoring and support to engineering teams.

Work closely with customers and internal stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.

Support project planning, effort estimation and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You You will be an experienced software engineer with strong technical leadership skills and a background delivering complex software solutions.

Essential Skills Experience Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).

Significant experience in a senior software engineering or technical leadership role.

Strong understanding of software architecture and modern development practices.

Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Ability to define system and software requirements.

Knowledge of software quality, safety principles and secure software development.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Technical Experience Experience with several of the following technologies is desirable: C++ Python Java Script HTML, CSS, XML and JSON Windows and Linux development Backend technologies (Node. js, Django or similar) Docker and containerisation TCP/IP networking and Web Sockets SQL and database technologies Software debugging and diagnostic tools Cyber security principles Desirable Experience with any of the following would be beneficial: Real-time or distributed systems Control or automation software Qt or .

NET GUI development Messaging frameworks (e. g.

Rabbit MQ, Active MQ) REST APIs and web services Video or media streaming technologies The role is available 4 days onsite, 1 day remote.

Lead Software Engineer in Portsmouth employer: Script and Dot Ltd

Join a dynamic global technology business in Telford as a Service Delivery Coordinator, where you'll thrive in a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. With opportunities for professional growth and a strong likelihood of transitioning to a permanent role, this position offers competitive pay and the chance to make a meaningful impact on service delivery processes. Enjoy a structured workweek with a focus on employee well-being and development, making it an excellent place to build your career.

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Contact Details:

Script and Dot Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lead Software Engineer in Portsmouth

Software Development
Technical Leadership
Software Architecture
Multidisciplinary Team Coordination
System Requirements Definition
Software Quality Principles
Secure Software Development