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Are you looking to make a BIG impact in a small but leading technology business?
Are you somebody who gets things done?
Comparison Creator is a leading software development company specialising in providing outsourced solutions for product comparison websites.
You've heard of household brands MoneySuperMarket, Go.Compare, Confused.com, Moneysaving Expert and USwitch? Well, Comparison Creator is the leading software development company behind these these websites. We have unparalleled product knowledge, expertise and exclusive software which empowers us to create cutting-edge comparison propositions, that set the market standard.
Being part of Fintel PLC (Defaqto, SimplyBiz and Fintel IQ) brings stability and financial security with agility, access to enterprise tools and training and innovation with reduced risk.
About the opportunity
In this leadership role, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring a small team while actively contributing to the technical direction and success of our software development initiatives. You will oversee the day-to-day operations of the team, ensuring efficient workflow, high-quality deliverables, and adherence to best practices. You'll be comfortable combining some hands-on development work with leading the team.
About your responsibilities
* Lead and mentor a team of 3 software developers and 1 tester, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback.
* Manage the team's workload, including prioritizing tasks, assigning work, and tracking progress.
* Conduct regular team meetings to discuss project updates, address roadblocks, and foster open communication.
* Monitor team performance and identify areas for improvement
2. Technical Leadership
* Define and implement technical strategies and best practices for the team.
* Participate in the design and architecture of new software features and applications.
* Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
* Guide the team in the adoption of new technologies and methodologies
3. Project Delivery
* Oversee the delivery of software projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
* Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues that may impact project timelines and success.
4. Technical Knowledge
* Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the team remains at the forefront of innovation.
* Contribute to the development of new software features and applications as needed.
What you'll need to succeed
* 4+ years of hands-on experience in software development with at least 3 years of experience with Python or Django.
* 2+ years of experience leading and mentoring a small software development team.
* Strong understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban).
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on finding practical solutions.
* Experience with managing BAU SLAs and handling support tickets.
This is a hybrid role so you'll be based from our Cwmbran office at least once a week to work. To sustain a healthy work - life balance, we'd expect you to be within a sensible commute (probably no more than an hour). There's plenty of free carparking onsite.
Right to Work
We're unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship so please only apply to this vacancy if you already hold the right to work in a permanent position and meet the requirements of the role.
Fintel plc and all the businesses within it adopt a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination on any of the protected grounds in the Equality Act 2010.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all current and prospective employees regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse workforce because, in our view, diversity enables better business outcomes. We also believe that a more inclusive workplace, where people of different backgrounds work together, ensures better outcomes for all staff. From application to interview, we place inclusion at the heart of all we do.
For these reasons we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.
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Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
* Industries
Financial Services, Insurance, and Professional Services
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