Lead Software Engineer

Company: Anson McCade
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Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Job Description:

Software Development Team Lead – Highly Competitive Salary

We’re working with a newly formed, high-growth technology and consulting joint venture based in Newcastle upon Tyne. The business is backed by major global financial and consulting organisations and is building a truly exceptional technology team in the North East. This is an exciting opportunity to join a brand-new venture at an early stage, helping shape the culture and technical direction while working on challenging, high-impact projects.

About the Role

As a Software Development Team Lead, you will manage a team of developers, provide technical leadership, and work closely with stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions. You’ll be responsible for end-to-end delivery, helping shape technical decisions and driving innovation across the team.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a small team of developers
  • Engage directly with stakeholders and subject matter experts to define requirements
  • Deliver pragmatic, high-quality solutions with speed and precision
  • Partner closely with client teams to deliver projects collaboratively
  • Challenge existing systems and processes to drive technical excellence
  • Keep up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2:1 degree in Computer Science or related field, ideally from a Russell Group University

Required Skills

  • Strong programming skills in C#/.NET, Java, Rust or Python
  • Passion for technology and working in a dynamic, integrated team
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong ownership mentality
  • Ability to deliver full lifecycle software projects
  • Strong business awareness and desire to build domain knowledge
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Energy, ambition and grit are valued more than prior management experience
  • Financial services experience is a plus, but not essential

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Posted: February 19th, 2026