Software Development Team Lead – .NET Core / Azure Hybrid | Newport Pagnell, Near Milton Keynes, North Buckinghamshire Ready to take on a role where you code, lead and shape what comes next? This is your chance to join a growing tech business building the next generation of its platform. You will guide a talented team while staying hands-on, creating an environment where high standards and great collaboration deliver results. It’s a role for someone who wants variety: part coding, part driving delivery, part problem-solving with the team to get projects over the line. Why this role stands out * Shape the new tech stack and influence architecture, tooling and standards * Lead a talented, collaborative dev team and support their growth * Stay close to the code with .NET Core, Azure and modern engineering practices * Deliver high-quality software in a values-led culture with strong retention What you will be doing * Leading and mentoring a small development team * Writing and reviewing code across .NET Core, Web API and SQL * Working with Product, DevOps and QA to plan and deliver projects * Improving CI/CD pipelines, coding standards, tooling and secure development practices * Managing incident handling, root cause analysis and documentation * Collaborating with offshore developers to maintain consistent quality Tech landscape * C#, .NET Core, MVC, Web API * Azure * SQL Server, Entity Framework * React/Angular exposure useful but not essential * Infrastructure as Code, DevOps and CI/CD You will thrive in this role if you: * Have 5 years’ .NET experience including technical leadership * Enjoy balancing hands-on coding with leading a team * Build strong team relationships and communicate clearly * Want to be part of building something that will last The practical details: * Hybrid – 2 to 3 days in the office (rural location, car required) * Must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship) * Competitive salary bonus 5% employer pension * 24 days holiday your birthday off (increases with service) Apply now to join a low-ego, values-led team that’s building something brilliant