Software Technical Lead

Tech Lead – Software Engineering (Java, Angular, C#)

Location: Burton / Hybrid

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 + Benefits

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and shape the future of software development? We're looking for a Tech Lead who can combine hands-on coding expertise with strong leadership skills to guide a talented team and deliver cutting-edge solutions.

The Role

Reporting directly to the IT Director and collaborating closely with the Product Owner, you’ll play a key role in shaping the company’s software development strategy. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys mentoring others while remaining technically hands-on.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Providing technical leadership and setting best practices for the development team


• Defining the software strategy and driving continuous innovation


• Managing and modernising existing applications while tackling technical debt


• Designing, building, and supporting bespoke internal applications


• Mentoring and developing the internal dev team – nurturing talent and fostering growth


• Overseeing development sprints and ensuring smooth delivery of projects

What You’ll Work On

• Exciting Projects: Delivering new applications and enhancing existing platforms


• Modern Tech Stack: Java (Spring), Angular, C#.NET Blazor, plus legacy systems


• Systems Integration: Supporting the transition from legacy applications and contributing to the wider Data and Software Strategy

What We’re Looking For

• Leadership Experience: At least 2 years of team management or leadership


• Technical Expertise: 5+ years of experience with Java, Angular, and/or C#


• Strategic Mindset: Proactive problem solver with a drive for continuous improvement


• Innovation Focus: Passionate about learning, evolving, and delivering better solutions

Why Join?

• Career Progression: Be part of a forward-thinking business that invests in people and technology


• Hybrid Flexibility: A great balance of remote work and collaborative office time


• Brilliant Benefits:
  
  
  
  • 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
  
  
  • Electric car scheme
  
  
  • Enhanced pension
  
  
  • Employee recognition and wellbeing schemes
  
  
  • Retail discounts and more!
  
  
  
  

If you’re a passionate Tech Lead who’s excited by the idea of building great software and leading a talented team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat – let’s talk about what’s next for you.