Lead Engineer Hybrid (Birmingham City Centre)
Location: Hybrid Birmingham City Centre (office Mondays & Tuesdays)
Start Date: ASAP
A leading software consultancy is looking for a Lead Engineer to join their cross-functional team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an engineering-led environment, enjoys modern technologies, and wants to influence both technical direction and product outcomes.
The Role
As a Lead Engineer, you will:
* Provide technical leadership across projects, guiding a squad of 56 engineers
* Drive technical excellence and ensure delivery of reliable, scalable solutions
* Shape technical strategy and long-term architectural decisions
* Optimise development workflows and delivery processes
* Build strong relationships with stakeholders and clients
* Foster collaboration, provide clear direction, and empower team members
* Mentor engineers and support their technical growth
* Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on technical strategy
Skills & Experience
Were looking for someone with experience in:
1. TypeScript/JavaScript
2. React and Next.js
3. Node.js (Fastify, Express or similar)
4. AP...