Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer - C# / Go / SQL Server / Kubernetes

• C#, Go, React.js, SQL Server, REST & GraphQL APIs, GCP, Kubernetes, Git
• Salary up to £100k
• Hybrid - 2 days onsite in Chester
• Influential, hands-on leadership role with no line management

Who We AreWe're a fast-growing tech company delivering high-impact SaaS solutions to a global customer base. Our products support critical digital experiences, and our teams are dedicated to building secure, scalable systems that perform at high volume.

We've created a collaborative and developer-led engineering culture where innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence are genuinely valued. As we continue to scale, we're looking for a Lead Back-End Engineer to help shape the evolution of our platform and lead key technical initiatives.

Who We're SeekingWe're looking for an experienced Lead Software engineer with a strong foundation in modern programming principles and a proven track record of delivering robust, cloud-based systems.

In this role, you'll provide hands-on technical leadership across key projects, work closely with product and engineering stakeholders, and play a pivotal role in evolving the architecture of our platform. You'll be given the autonomy to explore new ideas, recommend improvements, and guide best practices across the team.

You'll Need:

• Proven experience with C# and/or Go in production environments
• Strong experience with SQL Server and modern database architecture
• RESTful and GraphQL API development
• Experience with distributed cloud systems - we use Kubernetes in GCP
• Deep understanding of software design patterns and architecture best practices
• Prior experience acting as a technical lead within cross-functional teams
• Excellent Git skills and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
• Passion for coaching, mentoring, and driving engineering excellence

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Flexible working hours with hybrid setup
• Health scheme, EAP, cycle-to-work, and employee discounts
• Collaborative, forward-thinking engineering culture
• Regular socials and developer-led initiatives

What Happens Next?Please apply online or email me directly at . For more info, feel free to call me on . By applying, you consent to us processing your details for this role only. We look forward to hearing from you!

Key Skills: C#, Go, React.js, SQL Server, REST APIs, GraphQL, Kubernetes, GCP, Git, Agile, CI/CD, GitOps, Architecture, Design Patterns, Mentoring, Observability, TDD