Acceler8 Talent
Lead Software Engineer
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Lead Software Engineer
Want to lead technically without giving up the hands-on engineering?
We’re looking for a Lead Software Engineer to take ownership of a key product area — shaping architecture and technical direction while continuing to design and build complex production software.
You’ll work alongside talented engineers, product and design, with genuine influence over what gets built, how it’s built and where the product goes next.
What you’ll do:
- Own the technical direction and architecture of a major product area
- Design and build complex, mission-critical production software
- Lead, mentor and raise the bar for other engineers
- Influence product, architecture and roadmap decisions
- Improve engineering standards through code reviews and technical leadership
- Build with security, reliability and scalability at the core
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You’ll ideally bring:
- Strong skills in C++, Java, Rust, Python and/or TypeScript/JavaScript
- Experience designing and delivering complex production systems
- Strong architectural judgement and pragmatic decision-making
- Experience leading, mentoring or managing engineers
- An interest in using modern AI coding tools effectively
- Experience with Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, embedded systems, ML or application security is a bonus - you don’t need all of them.
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What’s on offer
- Competitive salary + equity
- 7% pension
- Private healthcare
- Free daily meals
- Real ownership and influence over a key product
- The opportunity to stay genuinely hands-on as a technical leader
You’ll need the right to work in the UK and be eligible for UK SC clearance. This is an office-first role, with flexibility when needed.
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