Principal / Lead Software Engineer
Location: Long Eaton, hybrid (primarily on‑site)
A fast‑growing, product‑focused tech business is looking for a Principal / Lead Software Engineer to guide a skilled engineering team based in Long Eaton. This role involves hands‑on leadership, technical direction, code ownership, mentorship, and delivering high‑impact products.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and build of new product features, services, and technical systems
* Own features end‑to‑end—from technical design to testing, deployment, and monitoring
* Write production‑grade code alongside the team (hands‑on role)
* Align technical delivery with business goals through collaboration with stakeholders
* Mentor and support developers, fostering a culture of learning and improvement
* Maintain high standards for code quality, scalability, and team communication
What You’ll Bring
* 7+ years of software engineering experience, including recent time in a senior or lead role
* Strong experience with NestJS, TypeScript, and Vue 3
* Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure (preferably AWS) and CI/CD practices
* A thoughtful approach to system design, security, and performance at scale
* Great communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Bonus points for experience with AI/ML tools or data‑led platforms
* Frontend: Vue 3 / TypeScript
* Cloud: AWS
* Comms: Slack, Zoom, Around
If you are a seasoned engineer who thrives in a leadership role and enjoys building great products with great people, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch to find out more.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Industry
Software Development, IT System Custom Software Development, Technology, Information and Media
#J-18808-Ljbffr