Lead Backend Software Developer
Hybrid
London, United Kingdom
£ 100,000 / year
Full Time
31-03-2025
Job Specifications
LEAD BACKEND SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
LONDON/IPSWICH
UP TO £100K + BONUS
THE COMPANY
Are you ready to lead a team of engineers and have a key role in the transformation of data systems? This wealth management firm is looking for someone like you to become part of their team and create the backend infrastructure to better serve their clients
THE ROLE
As a Lead Backend Software Developer, you will lead a team of 3 engineers with development, testing, and deployment of software solutions.
You can expect to be involved in the following:
Architect scalable, efficient, and maintainable systems.
Manage the full software development lifecycle, including planning, design, development, testing, and maintenance
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including Product, QA, and Project Office, to ensure successful project delivery, encourage strong communication and collaboration across functions.
Contribute to the strategic planning of IT and software initiatives
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful Lead Backend Software Developer be highly proficient in Noje.js and the ability to challenge constructively and energise peers to move forward, delivering to business needs.
BENEFITS
The successful Lead Backend Software Developer will receive the following benefits:
Salary/Rate between £80k - £100k – depending on experience
Hybrid working, 2 to 3 days per week in the London or Ipswich office (personal choice)
Bonus
25 days holidays
Pension
Private Medical Insurance
HOW TO APPLY
Please register your interest by sending your resume/CV to Joana Alves via the Apply link on this page.
About the Company
Harnham provides specialist Data and AI recruitment and staffing services, along with bespoke training solutions, across multiple industry verticals, operating in the UK, the USA and EU - contact us today to discuss your requirements: info@harnham.com Our recruitment and talent teams cover all aspects of the data and AI pipeline, from collection to consumption, across multiple data roles and functions. Whether you need full-time staff, contract talent, specialized training, Data-qualified graduates, or C-suite executives... Know more
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