# Lead Developer Specialist – Manchester HybridLead Developer Specialist – Manchester HybridSalary£NegotiableLocationManchester, UKContractPermanentIndustryTechnology---ContactLauren HamerLauren.Hamer@oliverjames.comLead Development Specialist – Hybrid ManchesterLocation : Manchester – 3 Days in the office Per WeekSalary : £80,000Overview:Lead and guide a development team in designing and delivering insurance-based solutions using the Microsoft technology stack (.NET Framework, .NET Core, MVC, Web APIs, SOA). This role focuses on translating business needs into high-quality, scalable applications while driving best practices and technical excellence.Key Responsibilities:* Lead the development team in implementing modern, efficient, and secure solutions aligned with company strategy.* Design and document technical specifications, contribute to IT roadmap initiatives, and ensure quality delivery through code reviews and testing.* Collaborate with Business Relationship Directors, Architecture, Security, and Infrastructure teams to design and support business-critical applications.* Evaluate business requirements, design and develop complex solutions, and provide technical leadership across the SDLC.* Research new technologies and recommend cost-effective solutions.* Support production deployments and provide 2nd/3rd-level technical assistance.* Mentor junior and offshore developers, fostering growth and adoption of best practices.* Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and security standards (e.g., SOX).* Stay updated with emerging technologies and promote innovation within the team.Skills & Experience:* Strong knowledge of SDLC, architecture design, and software development best practices.* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.* Proven experience leading development teams and mentoring others.* Customer-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.* Experience with insurance or finance data models preferred.* Flexible and adaptable to business needs.Technical Expertise:* Must have: C#, ASP.NET, MVC, .NET Core, Web APIs, SOA, MS SQL Server (T-SQL, SSIS, SSAS, SSRS), Informatica, Strimm, Tableau/Power BI, SharePoint, Data Modelling, AI tools for development/testing.* Desirable: Experience integrating vendor applications and working with enterprise-scale systems.If this role sounds like your next career move click “APPLY” OR Email lauren.hamer@oliverjames.commer@oliverjames.com
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