Lead Developer

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small development team, with the opportunity to help grow the function over time
• Remain hands-on with software development, technical design, and solution delivery
• Take ownership of business-critical applications, web platforms, and digital products
• Develop and deliver a roadmap for transitioning outsourced systems and support services in-house
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and technology partners
• Drive continuous improvement across software development processes, delivery standards, and system performance
• Implement and promote modern development practices, including CI/CD, release management, and quality assurance
• Manage development projects through the full software lifecycle
• Work collaboratively across departments to understand business requirements and deliver effective technical solutions
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, user experience, and commercial performance through technology

Technologies:

• API
• AWS
• Azure
• C#
• CI/CD
• Cloud
• GCP
• Support
• PHP
• Power BI
• SQL
• Web
• Office 365
• ASP.NET
• DevOps
• WordPress, We are an established organisation with a strong social purpose, based primarily at our Gloucestershire headquarters. We are seeking a Lead Developer to help shape the next phase of our software and digital transformation by building an internal development capability and reducing reliance on outsourced services. This is a highly influential role with genuine ownership and visibility, offering a blend of hands-on technical work, leadership, and project delivery. We offer the opportunity to shape technology strategy, develop an internal function, and progress into long-term career growth, with a salary circa £70,000 plus benefits and an initial on-site working pattern that will become more flexible over time.

• Strong software development experience in web-based environments
• Experience with web application development
• Experience with PHP and/or C#/.NET development
• Previous experience leading, mentoring, or managing developers
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience delivering technical projects and managing competing priorities
• Knowledge of CI/CD, deployment processes, and modern software development practices
• Experience working with third-party suppliers and outsourced development partners
• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Commercial awareness and understanding of how technology can support organisational growth and profitability
• Experience with SQL and database technologies
• Experience with API integrations
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Experience with Agile delivery methodologies
• Experience with Dynamics 365
• Experience with Power Platform
• Experience with Power BI
• Experience with WordPress