Company: Applied Data Science Partners
Location: London
Posted: April 17th, 2026
We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer to drive technical project delivery, guiding teams from concept to deployment while ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions. If you enjoy seeing your work deployed into ‘real-life’ applications, this is the perfect role for you. Not only will you directly contribute to our client deliverables, but you will have the opportunity to experiment with a range of cutting-edge techniques and deliver full-stack data science projects, from solution design through to deployment.
You’ll form an integral part of our close-knit team and will have the opportunity to directly contribute to the continued success of the business. We’re looking for someone with a co-operative, can-do attitude who can build high-quality data engineering solutions.
If this sounds like you, we can’t wait to hear from you!
Lead the design, development, testing, and evaluation of complex software engineering solutions for the successful delivery of several, simultaneous client projects
Build strong client relationships and lead project-centred client interactions
Oversee the delivery of high-quality code and successful project outcomes
Build processes for extracting, cleaning and transforming data (SQL / Python)
Build AI systems using Large Language Models
Actively seek out new opportunities to learn and develop
Be an example of software engineering best-practice e.g. Git / Docker / cloud deployment
Write proposals for exciting new commercial opportunities
Line manage and provide career mentorship to other software engineers
Manage project delivery teams
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop technical strategies
Take ownership of the development and implementation of internal processes and policies
Proactive thought leadership to encourage development and promote ADSP
Contribute to the development and deployment of delivery solutions
Build processes for extracting, cleaning and transforming data (SQL / Python)
Experience of successfully leading complex software projects, including a holistic understanding of the development process, from design through to deployment, and associated project management and risks
Experience of completing code reviews in Python and SQL through Git, and applying other best practices to technical projects
Experience of using SQL and databases (SQL Server, Postgres etc), as well as a cloud platform for development
Experience of leading the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions
Experience of developing data engineering pipelines, backend services and APIs
Extensive knowledge of software engineering concepts and principles with a deep understanding of emerging technologies and industry trends
Understanding of Python advanced concepts including Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Concurrency, decorators, recursion
Understanding of cloud deployment (e.g. AWS, Azure) and Linux scripting (e.g. bash)
Advanced Docker skills with a deep understanding of Docker storage, volumes, and Linux permissions
Ability to implement CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Azure DevOps, GitHub actions) along with automated PR checks and repository rules
Ability to successfully manage delivery teams
Ability to work with external stakeholders, including management of expectations understanding of business goals and balancing project requirements
Ability to think strategically and make complex decisions
Effective organisational skills e.g. planning, time management
Strong communication skills, including leading meetings and presenting technical concepts to stakeholders
Effective problem-solving and analytical skills, with high attention to detail
Stage 1: 20 min video call with a member of the hiring team
Stage 2: 45 min Live Coding exercise
Stage 3: 2hr F2F interview in our London office
Competitive compensation package including annual performance bonus
26 days of annual leave, 8 bank holidays plus your birthday off
BUPA Private Healthcare
Enhanced family leave
£1,000 annual development budget
Flexible hybrid working (2 days a week in our modern Shoreditch office)
Remote working from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks each year
Latest tech that suits your needs: high-spec Windows machine or a MacBook
Free snacks and drinks, and regular team socials
Supportive entrepreneurial environment offering a ton of autonomy and opportunity to work on a variety of projects, technologies and industries
Join us and realise your full potential in a collaborative, forward-thinking team, where your work will help shape the future.
At ADSP, we are committed to fostering an inclusive hiring process and believe in creating an environment where all candidates have equal opportunities to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at careers@adsp.ai
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