Lead Software Developer / Engineer (C# .Net Core) Newcastle onsite to £180k

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying. Do you have expertise with backend software development within finance / trading environments, combined with strong leadership skills? You could be progressing your career in a hands-on Lead Software Developer at a well-funded Fintech scale-up that is establishing a technical centre of excellence in the North East. As a Lead Software Developer you'll design and implement the logic behind core applications, build APIs and microservices that handle data processing, business rules and third-party integrations and oversee the configuration and upkeep of secure, reliable server environments. You'll work closely with internal teams and customers to gather detailed requirements through meetings and workshops and help shape the product vision and roadmap by offering technical insight and feasibility guidance, remaining hands-on with architecture and design. You will be a technical leader, instilling best practices, conducting code reviews, mentoring and collaboratively problem solving to help your team remove any blockers and deliver high quality software. Location: You'll join colleagues in brand new Central Newcastle offices on a full-time basis (Monday to Friday), working hours with some flexibility. The offices are well equipped and offer fantastic views across the City and the local countryside, many employees walk or cycle in (onsite showers available!). About you: You have achieved a minimum 2.1 BSc in Computer Science or similar technical discipline from a top tier / Russel Group university, backed by A's at A-level You have experience in a similar role in a finance / trading / hedge fund environment You have strong technical / team leadership skills, happy conducting 1-2-1s, providing coaching and mentoring as well as project leadership You have expertise with modern C# .Net Core, Python skills would also be of benefit (will also consider other OO languages e.g. C++, Java) You have a strong knowledge of modern software engineering best practices and have experience across the full software development lifecycle You're a technologist who enjoys collaborating and problem solving, working on complex, distributed systems You have a thorough understanding of Computer Science fundamentals such as OOP, Data Structures, Design Patterns, Algorithms You're excited to join a scaling company in a role that you can shape and influence What's in it for you: As a Lead Software Developer you will receive a competitive package: Salary to £180k + Bonus 25 days holiday Bupa healthcare Generous pension contribution Continuous career development opportunities Social team atmosphere with a range of events and early finish for drinks on Fridays Apply now to find out more about this Lead Software Developer / Backend Engineer (C# .Net Core) opportunity. At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. xehkeey The clients we work with share our values.