Lead Software Engineer

Salary: £? - ? per year

Requirements:

• Strong hands-on experience with Python and Django
• Proven capability in end-to-end system design and architecture
• Strong experience working in Agile, multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to lead technical delivery within complex environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• 5+ years experience in software engineering
• Background in public sector or regulated environments is desirable
• SC clearance is essential

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure software solutions
• Translate user requirements into high‑quality technical implementations
• Develop and maintain test‑driven, production‑ready code
• Support live services, ensuring performance, resilience, and stability
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including BAs, UCD specialists, and engineers
• Oversee development across multiple Agile workstreams
• Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and engineering practices
• Ensure effective integration across complex, interconnected systems

Technologies:

• Django
• Support
• Python

More:

We are a leading public sector organisation seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to support the design, development, and continuous improvement of secure, user-centred digital services. You will work within a large‑scale Agile environment, taking ownership of complex systems and contributing to end‑to‑end architecture and delivery. This is a 12‑month contract with a hybrid working pattern of 2 days per week onsite, based in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cardiff, or the Northeast (Darlington). The role offers up to £750 per day inside IR35.