Lead Software Engineer (ID: q4lItJXZ)

We’re True9. A fully remote, independent tech consultancy based in Halifax. With the agility of a start-up and the stability of a 9-year-old business, we’re entering a period of growth. Join our high-performing team of talented individuals as we embark on this exciting journey.

Role Overview:

• Are you passionate about coding and leading a team?
• Do you have a talent for guiding technical direction while staying engaged with the details?
• True9 is looking for a Tech Lead who can combine technical expertise and hands-on coding with strong communication skills to provide the best solutions for our clients.

Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership

• Lead and mentor a small team of developers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Define and drive the technical direction of projects, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to integrate into our solutions.
• Hands-on Development
• Participate in coding activities to maintain a deep understanding of the codebase and technical challenges.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Ensure best practices in software development, including testing, code quality, and documentation.
• Client Communication
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, understanding their needs and translating them into technical requirements.
• Present technical concepts and project updates to clients in a clear and concise manner.
• Work with the Delivery Manager to help client expectations and ensure satisfaction through regular communication and updates.
• Project Delivery
• Collaborate with delivery managers to help define project scopes, timelines, and deliverables.
• Identify potential technical risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.

About You:

• Proven experience in a technical leadership role, with a strong background in software development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a development team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong coding skills and a passion for staying involved in the details.
• Hands-on commercial experience with PHP.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Experience with agile methodologies.
• Tech Stack

+ PHP, MySQL, Laravel, Symfony, Docker, Vue.js, Angular, AWS, Docker, Git, CD/CI

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of up to £70,000 with annual salary reviews.
• Flexible working days and hours - structure your day around what works for you.
• Remote work (UK) with a monthly team office day to get everyone together.
• Perks like Summer and Winter Team Days (our last one included going to a spa and getting involved with some archery and clay pigeon shooting!)
• We’ll make sure you’re comfortable working from home with the best equipment.
• 30 days off (including Bank Holidays) + an extra day off for your birthday!
• Continuous professional growth and skills development opportunities, including a £500 annual budget for training, certifications and conferences.
• A vibrant and innovative work environment where your ideas matter.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £55,000.00-£70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual Dress
• Company Events
• Company Pension
• Flexitime
• Free or Subsidised Travel
• Free Parking
• Private Medical Insurance
• Referral Programme
• Sick pay
• Work from Home

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Software development: 5 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Halifax