Lead Software Engineer

The employer specialises in the warehouse automation and advanced logistics technology industry. They design and deliver innovative automation solutions that help global brands improve warehouse performance while supporting operational teams worldwide. Combining sophisticated mechanical engineering, resilient software, and deep logistics expertise, they solve some of the most complex challenges facing modern fulfilment operations. They have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Software Engineer to join their growing team. This position is well-suited to an experienced software integration professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, collaborating across teams, and delivering solutions that have a direct impact on real-world warehouse operations. Responsibilities:

• Develop software programs and interfaces between automation products and client software ecosystems, ensuring high-quality integration standards
• Act as a subject matter expert for the Software Integration team, supporting technical training, mentoring, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Analyse client software requirements and architecture to provide effective technical solutions and recommendations
• Create software development specifications and functional analysis documentation
• Support developers with product knowledge, design guidance, technical methodology, and code quality reviews
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, commissioning, and operational teams to ensure seamless integration
• Review functional analysis and support quality throughout project development phases
• Assist with software feature handover to operational teams and provide customer-site support when required
• Identify and recommend improvements to software integration processes and department roadmaps
• Represent company values and contribute positively to a collaborative, innovative culture, The Release Train Engineer (RTE) has a primary purpose of supporting an Agile Release Train (ART) by steering it to success and navigating the complexity of delivering software in …
• 16 days ago, The Release Train Engineer (RTE) has a primary purpose of supporting an Agile Release Train (ART) by steering it to success and navigating the complexity of delivering software in …
• 16 days ago +

• 8+ years’ experience in software engineering, software integration, or a similar technical role, ideally within warehouse automation, logistics, fulfilment, or industrial technology
• Strong understanding of WMS, WCS, and WES software environments, particularly WMS integrations
• Experience with SQL, JavaScript, NodeJS, and web development technologies
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and experience with hardware integration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or another relevant technical discipline
• Experience leading software integration projects from concept through delivery
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, including automated regression testing and unit testing
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Confidence making decisions, managing challenges, and handling difficult conversations with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers
• Willingness to travel up to 30% as required

• Work on cutting-edge automation technology used by global warehouse operations
• Join an innovative company where your work moves from concept through to real-world production environments
• Collaborate with talented engineers and specialists in a highly supportive, knowledge-sharing culture
• Play a key role in shaping software integration standards and future technology solutions
• Enjoy a role with significant technical ownership, customer interaction, and career growth opportunities, + $101,500-169,100 per year

Proactive Global is an industry-leading specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing, and advanced technology sectors. We provide specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, ensuring our clients offer some of the best career opportunities available. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity, and impartiality, ensuring every application is considered on its own merits and without bias. When registering with Proactive, you will have access to some of the most interesting and specialist opportunities in the marketplace with leading companies in the sector. Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook for industry updates and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next career opportunity! Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.