Principal Software Developer - C++ and Rust - is required by highly successful and fast growing technology consultancy. They build data, AI and software solutions for clients in a broad range of industries, working on demanding problems in challenging environments. The role They are looking for a Principal Software Developer to lead delivery on demanding software projects. This role is focused on C++ and Rust development. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who wants to stay close to the code. You'll lead a team of 6 to 12 engineers, own delivery end to end, and spend a meaningful share of your time writing code, reviewing designs, and unblocking the team. It's a delivery role, not a strategy role. You'll shape how we build things and how the team grows around you. Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex software projects Work alongside other leads to set direction for the defence function Stay hands-on: set technical direction, design software and write code, leaning in where needed Mentor engineers across experience levels Plan and estimate delivery, manage technical debt, and make pragmatic trade-offs between speed, quality and long-term maintainability Work directly with clients to shape requirements, manage expectations and build trust Run code and design reviews, set the bar for quality, and hold the team to it Embed strong testing practices in the team's workflow, from unit tests through to integration and acceptance testing What makes a great candidate A track record of technically leading complex software deliveries Excellent programming skills in C++ or Rust Experience of modern end-to-end software engineering workflows, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance Experience integrating AI-assisted tools into development workflows without compromising on quality, security or compliance Experience developing for Linux, ideally with exposure to industrial computing platforms, single-board computers or Real Time environments A leader who enjoys delivery and makes the engineers around them better Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments and making decisions with incomplete information Excellent communicator, equally at home in a code review, a client meeting, or a one-to-one with a junior engineer Strong academic foundations, typically a first-class degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from a leading university Experience in defence or national security is a strong plus Why join them Work alongside high-calibre colleagues from organisations known for engineering excellence High-impact work on complex problems with direct consequences for clients A flat structure and a small, growing team, where you'll help shape how we work Newcastle base with international exposure across our global office network 25 days' holiday allowance plus bank holidays Matching pension contributions up to 6% Private health insurance through Bupa Discretionary bonus Excellent training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Basic salary £90-130,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Based Newcastle upon Tyne
May 22, 2026
Full time
Principal Software Developer - C++ and Rust - is required by highly successful and fast growing technology consultancy. They build data, AI and software solutions for clients in a broad range of industries, working on demanding problems in challenging environments. The role They are looking for a Principal Software Developer to lead delivery on demanding software projects. This role is focused on C++ and Rust development. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who wants to stay close to the code. You'll lead a team of 6 to 12 engineers, own delivery end to end, and spend a meaningful share of your time writing code, reviewing designs, and unblocking the team. It's a delivery role, not a strategy role. You'll shape how we build things and how the team grows around you. Responsibilities Lead the delivery of complex software projects Work alongside other leads to set direction for the defence function Stay hands-on: set technical direction, design software and write code, leaning in where needed Mentor engineers across experience levels Plan and estimate delivery, manage technical debt, and make pragmatic trade-offs between speed, quality and long-term maintainability Work directly with clients to shape requirements, manage expectations and build trust Run code and design reviews, set the bar for quality, and hold the team to it Embed strong testing practices in the team's workflow, from unit tests through to integration and acceptance testing What makes a great candidate A track record of technically leading complex software deliveries Excellent programming skills in C++ or Rust Experience of modern end-to-end software engineering workflows, including requirements management, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance Experience integrating AI-assisted tools into development workflows without compromising on quality, security or compliance Experience developing for Linux, ideally with exposure to industrial computing platforms, single-board computers or Real Time environments A leader who enjoys delivery and makes the engineers around them better Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments and making decisions with incomplete information Excellent communicator, equally at home in a code review, a client meeting, or a one-to-one with a junior engineer Strong academic foundations, typically a first-class degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics from a leading university Experience in defence or national security is a strong plus Why join them Work alongside high-calibre colleagues from organisations known for engineering excellence High-impact work on complex problems with direct consequences for clients A flat structure and a small, growing team, where you'll help shape how we work Newcastle base with international exposure across our global office network 25 days' holiday allowance plus bank holidays Matching pension contributions up to 6% Private health insurance through Bupa Discretionary bonus Excellent training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Basic salary £90-130,000 + bonus + excellent benefits Based Newcastle upon Tyne
Software Development Manager Summary Lead Forensics is a rapidly growing, leading SAAS company with products in the B2B sales and marketing space. We're seeking a Software Development Manager within our engineering department that builds our customer facing products. You will be responsible for the performance and personal development of a section of our engineering department. You will need to be highly competent in our tech stack our modern tech stack (NestJS/NodeJS, Vue, Redis, SQL Server and Snowflake), able to get down into the code when required to critique and drive the quality of the code created, as well as drive efficiencies in speed at which it is created. This is a role that would suit someone with a very strong development background, with expertise in creating clean code following DevOps practises and strong interpersonal skills, who has moved into a management career path. Key Responsibilities: Performance Management Set, monitor, and evaluate performance metrics for developers, ensuring that productivity and quality targets are met. Be the owner of and guardian of the standard of the asset being created, ensuring it is optimal for productivity and our long-term engineering performance. Provide constructive feedback and guidance to developers, helping them overcome performance challenges and achieve their goals. Implement and refine performance management processes that promote accountability and transparency across teams People Management Line management of a section of our engineering department, driving personal development and performance management for line reports. Lead and mentor developers, fostering a positive and collaborative environment. Conduct regular 1:1s and performance reviews to support individual career progression, skills development, and job satisfaction. Identify training and development needs within the department, facilitating access to learning resources and opportunities and organising or delivering new training solutions. Recruitment and Retention Support recruitment processes by identifying talent needs, participating in interviews, and helping select candidates who align with team culture and values. Drive retention initiatives to keep high-performing team members engaged and motivated, supporting employee satisfaction and reducing turnover. Continuous Improvement Foster and drive a culture of continuous improvement within engineering teams, where team members are motivated to share ideas and improve processes. Identify and implement best practices for team productivity and well-being, keeping abreast of industry trends and tools that can enhance team performance. Facilitate retrospectives and other reflective activities to gather insights on team performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Culture and Engagement Actively promote and build a Actively promote a high-trust, high-collaboration engineering culture with excellent communication and collaboration within engineering teams. Champion and model company values, acting as a role model for team members and fostering a healthy work culture. The ideal candidate will have: Significant experience in a SaaS environment of rapid and efficient software development with clean code, SOLID principals and design patterns, and building the competency for this in teams. Experience of monitoring engineering performance and driving continuous improvement of performance. A strong general aptitude for programming and problem solving. You'll need to pick up new tools and techniques quickly and use them to solve problems. Significant previous experience as a hands on software engineer working with mature DevOps practises, and to have maintained the skills required to get down into the code when required. A strong understanding of what is required to create and operate maintainable systems. Experience with automated testing and quality assurance An understanding of how to build systems that perform well at scale Enthusiasm for building secure systems and implementing security best practices Experience of leading engineering teams building complex/distributed systems Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills A degree in Computer Science or related field from a recognised university with a strong academic reputation, ideally completed with strong academic performance or distinction. What we offer in return; Competitive salary and benefits. Be part of a fantastic company culture; we all display our Company DNA's, foster a "One Team" and 'Growth' mentality. Give back to the wider community with volunteer days, fundraisers and charity events.
May 22, 2026
Full time
Software Development Manager Summary Lead Forensics is a rapidly growing, leading SAAS company with products in the B2B sales and marketing space. We're seeking a Software Development Manager within our engineering department that builds our customer facing products. You will be responsible for the performance and personal development of a section of our engineering department. You will need to be highly competent in our tech stack our modern tech stack (NestJS/NodeJS, Vue, Redis, SQL Server and Snowflake), able to get down into the code when required to critique and drive the quality of the code created, as well as drive efficiencies in speed at which it is created. This is a role that would suit someone with a very strong development background, with expertise in creating clean code following DevOps practises and strong interpersonal skills, who has moved into a management career path. Key Responsibilities: Performance Management Set, monitor, and evaluate performance metrics for developers, ensuring that productivity and quality targets are met. Be the owner of and guardian of the standard of the asset being created, ensuring it is optimal for productivity and our long-term engineering performance. Provide constructive feedback and guidance to developers, helping them overcome performance challenges and achieve their goals. Implement and refine performance management processes that promote accountability and transparency across teams People Management Line management of a section of our engineering department, driving personal development and performance management for line reports. Lead and mentor developers, fostering a positive and collaborative environment. Conduct regular 1:1s and performance reviews to support individual career progression, skills development, and job satisfaction. Identify training and development needs within the department, facilitating access to learning resources and opportunities and organising or delivering new training solutions. Recruitment and Retention Support recruitment processes by identifying talent needs, participating in interviews, and helping select candidates who align with team culture and values. Drive retention initiatives to keep high-performing team members engaged and motivated, supporting employee satisfaction and reducing turnover. Continuous Improvement Foster and drive a culture of continuous improvement within engineering teams, where team members are motivated to share ideas and improve processes. Identify and implement best practices for team productivity and well-being, keeping abreast of industry trends and tools that can enhance team performance. Facilitate retrospectives and other reflective activities to gather insights on team performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Culture and Engagement Actively promote and build a Actively promote a high-trust, high-collaboration engineering culture with excellent communication and collaboration within engineering teams. Champion and model company values, acting as a role model for team members and fostering a healthy work culture. The ideal candidate will have: Significant experience in a SaaS environment of rapid and efficient software development with clean code, SOLID principals and design patterns, and building the competency for this in teams. Experience of monitoring engineering performance and driving continuous improvement of performance. A strong general aptitude for programming and problem solving. You'll need to pick up new tools and techniques quickly and use them to solve problems. Significant previous experience as a hands on software engineer working with mature DevOps practises, and to have maintained the skills required to get down into the code when required. A strong understanding of what is required to create and operate maintainable systems. Experience with automated testing and quality assurance An understanding of how to build systems that perform well at scale Enthusiasm for building secure systems and implementing security best practices Experience of leading engineering teams building complex/distributed systems Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills A degree in Computer Science or related field from a recognised university with a strong academic reputation, ideally completed with strong academic performance or distinction. What we offer in return; Competitive salary and benefits. Be part of a fantastic company culture; we all display our Company DNA's, foster a "One Team" and 'Growth' mentality. Give back to the wider community with volunteer days, fundraisers and charity events.
Principal Rust Engineer London Permanent Hybrid Ncounter is supporting a global investment firm in hiring a Rust Developer to join a highly influential Product team. This group sits at the core of the business, building the distributed platforms, internal services, and compute frameworks that underpin trading, quant research, and large-scale data processing across the organisation. This is a deeply technical engineering role focused on high-performance systems, scalability, and platform reliability. You'll work on foundational technology used by multiple engineering and investment teams, helping to shape the infrastructure powering a world-class trading environment. What you'll do: • Design, build, and maintain scalable distributed systems and internal frameworks using Rust • Develop high-throughput services and tooling used across research and trading platforms • Work closely with investment and technology stakeholders to deliver robust, production-grade solutions • Contribute across the full software lifecycle, from architecture and development through to production support • Drive improvements in platform reliability, frameworks, compute solutions, observability, automation, and engineering standards • Operate within modern containerised and Kubernetes-based environments What we're looking for: • Strong commercial experience with Rust development in complex backend or systems environments • Proven background building distributed systems or large-scale compute platforms • Experience developing and supporting production-grade microservices using Docker and Kubernetes • Strong Linux knowledge and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling • Experience working with large datasets, scalable infrastructure, or high-availability systems • Confident communication skills and the ability to collaborate directly with technical stakeholders • Python exposure would be advantageous This opportunity offers the chance to work on critical internal technology that directly impacts the speed, scalability, and effectiveness of a globally recognised investment platform. If you enjoy solving complex engineering problems and want to work in an environment where technology is genuinely central to the business, apply now for a confidential discussion.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Principal Rust Engineer London Permanent Hybrid Ncounter is supporting a global investment firm in hiring a Rust Developer to join a highly influential Product team. This group sits at the core of the business, building the distributed platforms, internal services, and compute frameworks that underpin trading, quant research, and large-scale data processing across the organisation. This is a deeply technical engineering role focused on high-performance systems, scalability, and platform reliability. You'll work on foundational technology used by multiple engineering and investment teams, helping to shape the infrastructure powering a world-class trading environment. What you'll do: • Design, build, and maintain scalable distributed systems and internal frameworks using Rust • Develop high-throughput services and tooling used across research and trading platforms • Work closely with investment and technology stakeholders to deliver robust, production-grade solutions • Contribute across the full software lifecycle, from architecture and development through to production support • Drive improvements in platform reliability, frameworks, compute solutions, observability, automation, and engineering standards • Operate within modern containerised and Kubernetes-based environments What we're looking for: • Strong commercial experience with Rust development in complex backend or systems environments • Proven background building distributed systems or large-scale compute platforms • Experience developing and supporting production-grade microservices using Docker and Kubernetes • Strong Linux knowledge and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling • Experience working with large datasets, scalable infrastructure, or high-availability systems • Confident communication skills and the ability to collaborate directly with technical stakeholders • Python exposure would be advantageous This opportunity offers the chance to work on critical internal technology that directly impacts the speed, scalability, and effectiveness of a globally recognised investment platform. If you enjoy solving complex engineering problems and want to work in an environment where technology is genuinely central to the business, apply now for a confidential discussion.
Senior Transport Planner - Development Planning - Southampton Are you looking to take the next step in your transport planning career? As a Senior Transport Planner specialising in Development Planning, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering innovative transport solutions that support new developments and shape sustainable growth across Southampton and the wider region. This is an opportunity to work on projects that directly influence how communities live, work, and travel. You'll be part of a leading consultancy with a strong track record in development planning. The team is collaborative, forward-thinking, and supportive, giving you the chance to work on diverse and challenging projects across residential, commercial, and regeneration schemes. Here, you'll be trusted to make an impact while continuing to progress your career. In this Senior Transport Planner position, you will: Prepare and deliver transport assessments, travel plans, and feasibility studies to support planning applications. Provide technical input on the design and appraisal of transport infrastructure. Liaise with developers, local authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure projects run smoothly. Use industry-standard software such as TRICS, LinSig, and Junctions to model traffic impacts and propose solutions. Guide and mentor junior colleagues, sharing your expertise in development planning. To succeed as a Senior Transport Planner, you will bring: Experience within a transport consultancy, ideally focused on development planning. Strong knowledge of planning legislation, transport policy, and industry best practice. Competence with transport planning and modelling tools. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. The ability to manage multiple projects effectively, meeting deadlines and client expectations. You'll receive a competitive salary alongside a flexible benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and ongoing professional development support. As a valued Senior Transport Planner, you'll also benefit from hybrid working arrangements, enabling you to balance office collaboration in Southampton with home working. This is more than just a job - it's a clear pathway to career progression. With structured development opportunities, you'll have the support to step into a Principal Transport Planner role and beyond as you continue to grow within the business. If you're ready to make your mark as a Senior Transport Planner in Development Planning, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take your next career step forward in Southampton. If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Adam Butler at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Senior Transport Planner - Development Planning - Southampton Are you looking to take the next step in your transport planning career? As a Senior Transport Planner specialising in Development Planning, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering innovative transport solutions that support new developments and shape sustainable growth across Southampton and the wider region. This is an opportunity to work on projects that directly influence how communities live, work, and travel. You'll be part of a leading consultancy with a strong track record in development planning. The team is collaborative, forward-thinking, and supportive, giving you the chance to work on diverse and challenging projects across residential, commercial, and regeneration schemes. Here, you'll be trusted to make an impact while continuing to progress your career. In this Senior Transport Planner position, you will: Prepare and deliver transport assessments, travel plans, and feasibility studies to support planning applications. Provide technical input on the design and appraisal of transport infrastructure. Liaise with developers, local authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure projects run smoothly. Use industry-standard software such as TRICS, LinSig, and Junctions to model traffic impacts and propose solutions. Guide and mentor junior colleagues, sharing your expertise in development planning. To succeed as a Senior Transport Planner, you will bring: Experience within a transport consultancy, ideally focused on development planning. Strong knowledge of planning legislation, transport policy, and industry best practice. Competence with transport planning and modelling tools. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. The ability to manage multiple projects effectively, meeting deadlines and client expectations. You'll receive a competitive salary alongside a flexible benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and ongoing professional development support. As a valued Senior Transport Planner, you'll also benefit from hybrid working arrangements, enabling you to balance office collaboration in Southampton with home working. This is more than just a job - it's a clear pathway to career progression. With structured development opportunities, you'll have the support to step into a Principal Transport Planner role and beyond as you continue to grow within the business. If you're ready to make your mark as a Senior Transport Planner in Development Planning, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take your next career step forward in Southampton. If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Adam Butler at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
