Software Development Team Lead

This role is ideal for an experienced developer who enjoys remaining close to the code, but also wants responsibility for delivery, technical direction, and mentoring a team. The Opportunity

You'll lead a team of around seven developers, working closely with the management team and customers to deliver enhancements to a flagship software product. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll play a key role in shaping how software is designed, built, and released.

This is a hands-on leadership position combining technical delivery with team supervision and stakeholder engagement., You will be responsible for:

• Designing, developing, and delivering high-quality software solutions
• Leading and supervising a team of developers, supporting performance and growth
• Owning delivery of software enhancements from concept through to release
• Working closely with management on product innovation and future development
• Ensuring customer projects are delivered to agreed timescales and quality standards
• Using Jira to manage development activity, track progress, and maintain visibility
• Establishing and maintaining development processes covering design, build, test, and release
• Supporting customers and delivery outside of standard hours when required

• Microsoft .NET / C#
• SQL Server
• React Native
• Jira (delivery tracking and Agile workflows)
• Leading and mentoring developers

Additional experience that would be beneficial:

• Working on customer-facing software products
• Operating in a fast-moving, evolving technical environment

What They're Looking For

• At least 5 years' commercial software development experience
• Strong hands-on background in .NET, C#, and SQL
• Experience building or supporting applications using React Native
• Previous leadership or team supervision experience (or readiness to step into this role)
• Ability to understand customer business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with customers
• Flexible approach and willingness to support delivery outside standard hours when required

• £60,000 - £70,000 per annum, depending on experience and leadership capability
• 25 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Opportunity to play a key role in the ongoing development of a core software product

Why This Role?

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on technical leader who wants real ownership of a product, direct influence over technical decisions, and the chance to lead a small team in a close-knit business environment.