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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Team Lead - **Company:** Uniting Ambition Limited - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Computing Platforms, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Ubuntu (Operating System), Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Software Repository, Delivery Pipeline, Backend, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Software Version Control, Golang, Microservices - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815091472-software-team-lead ## About the Role * Hands-on experience leading dev teams from delivery to mentoring * Solid knowledge of at least one backend language or tech stack (.NET, Python, Java, Golang, etc...) * Experience working with microservices and cloud-based systems * Always looking for ways to improve processes, automaten and work smarter * Familiar with tools like version control, code repositories, and DevOps pipelines * A background in Computer Science (or equivalent experience that gets the job done) * You're someone who likes to shake things up and push for better ways of doing things * You stay calm under pressure and thrive in fast-moving environments * You know how to balance smart tech choices with what's right for the business * You lead with empathy, encourage sharin, and bring people along with you ## Description Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Uniting Ambition. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience - talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Software Development Team Leader Hybrid (Manchester - 2days) Join a global, privately owned and operated organisation working on some of the most sophisticated tech stacks in industry, spanning software engineering, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, AI, and data science...they have many growing teams and global reach and continue to set new standards across technology. This role is best for someone that wants to take ownership of delivery, mentoring great engineers, and guiding the evolution of a platform built for scale and speed. You'll be leading a smart, driven team that plays a key part in keeping things running smoothly across multiple fast-paced environments. It's not just about writing solid code (though that's still important!), it's about steering delivery, raising the bar for quality, and helping your team grow and succeed. What You'll Be Doing * Leading a team of developers to build reliable, secure, and scalable solutions * Managing and prioritising work across the full development lifecycle * Partnering with senior engineers and tech leads to shape modern, well-architected systems * Spotting and unblocking issues (both technical and operational) * Acting as the go-to person when big problems need quick, smart resolutions * Promoting clean code and delivery best practices * Supporting your team's growth with regular feedback, mentoring, and career guidance * Running stand-ups, 1:1s, team check-ins, and helping with bigger-picture planning What You Bring * Hands-on experience leading dev teams from delivery to mentoring * Solid knowledge of at least one backend language or tech stack (.NET, Python, Java, Golang, etc...) * Experience working with microservices and cloud-based systems * Always looking for ways to improve processes, automaten and work smarter * Familiar with tools like version control, code repositories, and DevOps pipelines * A background in Computer Science (or equivalent experience that gets the job done) * You're someone who likes to shake things up and push for better ways of doing things * You stay calm under pressure and thrive in fast-moving environments * You know how to balance smart tech choices with what's right for the business * You lead with empathy, encourage sharin, and bring people along with you If big systems, fast-moving challenge sand modern tech get you fired up, this could be your next move. 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