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Co-Founder @ Digital Waffle - The go-to partner when scaling your team within Tech, Digital, Marketing & Data - without the usual bullsh*t.
A fast-growing, product-focused tech business is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to guide a skilled engineering team based in Nottingham. This is a primarily on-site role, with some hybrid flexibility, ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on leadership in a collaborative, in-person environment.
You’ll guide the development of features and systems across web apps, APIs, and internal tools, working closely with product, design, and engineering teams to bring high-impact ideas to life. You'll combine technical direction with day-to-day coding, team mentorship, and delivery oversight, playing a key role in shaping both the product and the team’s growth.
Location: Nottingham, Hybrid
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 (this is a hands-on role)
* Align technical delivery with business goals through close 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’ experience in software engineering, including recent time in a senior or lead role
* Strong experience with Node.js (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're 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.
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Mid-Senior level
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Full-time
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Software Development, IT System Custom Software Development, and Technology, Information and Media
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