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Lead Software Engineer - Tech for Good
?? Remote first (with occasional travel for customer meetings, events and get togethers)?? £65k-£95k (Lead) / £55k-£75k (Senior moving into Lead)?? Option to work a 4-day week (Salary pro rata)
Join a Startup on a Mission
Imagine working on a brand-new codebase-zero technical debt, zero legacy issues, just pure greenfield innovation. You'll be one of the first engineers, shaping the future of digital accessibility with cutting-edge AI and AR technologies. We're on a mission to make the world more accessible to deaf communities.
We believe technology should serve everyone, and we're on a mission to bring sign language translation to digital and real-world spaces, making information more accessible for deaf communities across the globe. We're the first and only company doing this at scale, and you'll be part of something groundbreaking.
Why This Role?
- Start from scratch - Define architecture, choose the best technologies, and shape engineering practices for the future.
- Make a real impact - Your work will directly improve accessibility for millions.
- Move fast, think big - This is a high-autonomy, high-impact role where you'll be working closely with an elite team of engineers, designers, and product leaders.
- Equity options - Share in the success of a company that's set to change the world.
What We're Looking For
- A Full-Stack Engineer with 6+ years of experience in product-driven tech companies.
- Strong Python skills, with experience in microservices architecture and cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
- Someone who thrives in startup environments-comfortable with ambiguity, rapid iteration, and making key decisions.
- A problem-solver who balances speed, scalability, and performance.
- Passionate about using AI and automation to enhance accessibility.
Our Tech Stack
- Backend: FastAPI, Node.js, GraphQL, REST
- Frontend: React
- Cloud & Data: Azure, Postgres, MongoDB, Redis
- DevOps: GitLab, Terraform, CI/CD, Azure Event Hubs
- ML & AI: TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenPose
?? This is your chance to be part of something revolutionary. If you're excited about using technology for good and building from the ground up, we want to hear from you.
Apply now - Send your CV to or call
Please note candidates must be UK based and able to work without visa sponsorship, please note any applications from outside the UK or from those who may require sponsorship now or in the future cannot be considered.
Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
