Lead Software Engineer (.NET/C#)
Location: Leeds (Hybrid – 3 days in office)
Clearance Required: Must be eligible for UK National Security Vetting (UK resident for 5+ years, UK national or dual national)
Salary : £55,0000 - 65,000 + Package
Tech is evolving. We are too. And we’re building something different.
Our client are a bold new digital delivery venture created to solve complex challenges for critical sectors — from national security and defence to infrastructure and sustainability. Operating at the sharp edge of innovation, we fuse advanced engineering practices with purpose-driven delivery.
They're not a typical consultancy. No billable targets. No pressure to sell. Just hands-on, high-impact work, with real room to grow.
Why You’ll Want to Join Us
Progression Without Politics
Advance your career without being pushed into management. Stay deeply technical, lead from the front, and shape solutions that matter.
Modern Tools & Real Autonomy
Work with a modern tech stack and engineering culture built around CI/CD, automation, containers, and microservices.
Learning That’s in Your Hands
Get a dedicated learning budget to drive your growth — whether that’s certifications, hands-on labs, or new tools.
Wellbeing That’s Actually Respected
From paid overtime to time off in lieu when you’ve gone the extra mile — we prioritise balance and back you all the way.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead the technical delivery of modern, secure solutions for high-impact clients.
* Guide agile engineering teams and act as a mentor for developers and junior engineers.
* Translate product needs into scalable technical solutions.
* Champion best practices in software architecture, secure coding, and DevOps.
* Take ownership of solution design, engineering strategy, and quality standards.
What You’ll Need to Bring
* Eligibility for UK National Security Vetting (UK national/dual national, UK-based for 5+ years).
* Expertise in C# and .NET (full-stack experience is a plus).
* Proven experience building secure, scalable distributed systems.
* Strong background in system design, architecture, and code reviews.
* Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerised application delivery.
* Knowledge of REST APIs, microservices, and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, CircleCI, etc).
Nice to Have (But Not Essential)
* Cloud experience: AWS, Azure or GCP
* Solid grasp of databases and data modelling
* Familiarity with open-source tools and monitoring platforms (e.g., Prometheus, DataDog )
* Experience with test automation frameworks and performance tools
Ready to Shape the Future of Secure Tech?
Apply now with your CV and start your journey with one of the most exciting new digital delivery ventures in the UK.