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Lead Backend Software Engineer

Spectrum IT Recruitment
Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • This position is for a Lead Backend Software Engineer in an AI/ML-focused product team, requiring expertise in Python and Django.
  • The company is expanding its AI software offerings and seeks a candidate with proven experience leading Agile teams.
  • The role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, requiring just one day per month in the London office.
  • Candidates should have strong technical ownership, leadership experience, and excellent communication skills, with a salary range of £80,000 to £100,000.
  • Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and be based in the UK without the need for sponsorship.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Lead Backend Software Engineer to join an AI/ML-focused product team, specializing in Back-end development with Python / Django.This growing company is expanding their AI software offerings to meet increasing demand for advanced AI features. They seek an experienced Lead Backend Software Engineer to lead an Agile team, staying hands-on across back-end development.Key Highlights:

  • Flexible hybrid working: Just one day per month in their London office.
  • Leadership role: Guide a team of experienced engineers in building cutting-edge AI-driven products.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and mentor a small team of software engineers.
  • Implement best practices in software engineering (Agile, SOLID principles, etc.).
  • Collaborate closely with Product, Tech and Data teams.
  • Communicate effectively with business stakeholders on project updates.

Required Experience:

  • Python
  • Django
  • GCP or AWS
  • Proven experience leading software engineers in an Agile setting.
  • Strong technical ownership and leadership experience.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing engineers and senior stakeholders.

Desirable Skills:

  • Familiarity with AI/ML, chatbot development, or similar technologies is highly desirable.

Eligibility:Applicants must be based in the UK and eligible to work without sponsorship.Please apply via this advert or email your CV direct to

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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