Lead Software Engineer
Digital Waffle
Nottingham, United Kingdom
10 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
Senior Compensation
£ 90KJob location
Nottingham, United Kingdom
Tech stack
API
Artificial Intelligence
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Cloud Computing
Software Quality
Databases
Continuous Integration
Github
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Node.js
Software Engineering
TypeScript
Web Applications
React
Backend
Vue.js
Angular
Front End Software Development
NestJS
Job description
You'll guide the development of features and systems across web apps, APIs, and internal tools, working closely with product, design, and engineering teams to bring high-impact ideas to life. You'll combine technical direction with day-to-day coding, team mentorship, and delivery oversight, playing a key role in shaping both the product and the team's growth., * Lead the design and build of new product features, services, and technical systems
- Own features end-to-end-from technical design to testing, deployment, and monitoring
- Write production-grade code alongside the team (this is a hands-on role)
- Align technical delivery with business goals through close collaboration with stakeholders
- Mentor and support developers, fostering a culture of learning and improvement
- Maintain high standards for code quality, scalability, and team communication, * Backend: NestJS / Node.js / TypeScript
- Frontend: Vue 3 / TypeScript
- Cloud: AWS
- Databases: PostgreSQL / MongoDB
- Tools: Rush (monorepo), GitHub, Notion, Linear
- Comms: Slack, Zoom, Around
If you're a seasoned engineer who thrives in a leadership role and enjoys building great products with great people, we'd love to hear from you.
Requirements
- 7+ years' experience in software engineering, including recent time in a senior or lead role
- Strong experience with Node.js (NestJS) and TypeScript
- A good knowledge of a Front End framework like Vue, React or Angular.
- Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS) and CI/CD practices
- A thoughtful approach to system design, security, and performance at scale
- Great communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Bonus points for experience with AI/ML tools or data-led platforms