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Lead Software Engineer
Location: Wales - Hybrid - 1 day/week onsite
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent

We're hiring a Lead Software Engineer to join an innovative company that's leading the way in network infrastructure monitoring through IoT technology. You'll play a key role in developing and maintaining a critical part of their digital product portfolio - working both hands-on with code and guiding a team of skilled engineers. This is a hybrid role requiring on-site collaboration once a week in Cwmbran, Wales.

In this role, you'll not only write high-quality code but also lead a cross-functional team, shape product direction in collaboration with the Head of Digital Products, and contribute to broader software architecture decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys mentoring others while staying deeply involved in technical problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a cross-functional software development team, enhancing processes and supporting team success.
Collaborate closely with the Head of Digital Products, Senior Tech Lead, and stakeholders to prioritise product features and ensure successful technical delivery.
Design, develop, and maintain high-quality web and mobile applications using C# .NET, React, Azure, Git, and .NET MAUI.
Continuously look for ways to improve the reliability, simplicity, and maintainability of systems - including recommending updates to the tech stack.
Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies, assessing their relevance and potential impact.
Identify and mitigate technical risks, and create strategies to manage technical debt.
Foster a team culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous learning.
Contribute to architecture discussions and broader software development initiatives.
Provide responsive support for urgent issues affecting system users.

What We're Looking For

Leadership Skills

Ideal for both experienced and first-time leaders, you'll need:

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong motivational and interpersonal abilities
A calm, solution-focused approach to challenges
Adaptability to shifting priorities in a dynamic environment
Experience with agile methodologies and a good understanding of their benefits and trade-offsTechnical Skills

5+ years of software development experience
Experience with both Linux/Unix and Windows environments
Strong familiarity with Azure and cloud-based services
Understanding of networking principles and IT security best practices
Experience with always-on, always-available systems
Willingness to explore and learn new technologiesPreferred Technical Stack Experience

Full-stack development with C# .NET, React, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
Experience with .NET MAUI for mobile app development is a plus
Strong background in relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL

Benefits

37.5-hour work week with flexible working options and core hours
Minimum one day per week in the office (or as needed for delivery)
26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase additional days)
Pension scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, private health cover
Parental leave policies and employee assistance programme

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