1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsThis range is provided by Searchstone Ltd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeDirect message the job poster from Searchstone LtdLead Engineer – Hybrid (Birmingham City Centre)Location: Hybrid – Birmingham City Centre (office Mondays & Tuesdays)Start Date: ASAP (understanding of notice periods)A leading software consultancy is looking for a Lead Engineer to join their cross‑functional team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an engineering‑led environment, enjoys modern technologies, and wants to influence both technical direction and product outcomes.The RoleAs a Lead Engineer, you will:Provide technical leadership across projects, guiding a squad of 5–6 engineersDrive technical excellence and ensure delivery of reliable, scalable solutionsShape technical strategy and long‑term architectural decisionsOptimise development workflows and delivery processesBuild strong relationships with stakeholders and clientsFoster collaboration, provide clear direction, and empower team membersMentor engineers and support their technical growthAct as a trusted advisor to leadership on technical strategySkills & ExperienceWe’re looking for someone with experience in:React and Next.jsNode.js (Fastify, Express or similar)API testing tools (Postman, Bruno)Databases such as Oracle or MongoDBLeading cross‑functional teams and working directly with clientsGitCI/CD pipelines (Azure Pipelines or similar)Azure Boards or similar project toolsExperience with AI/LLM integrationsMindset & BehavioursYou’ll thrive in this role if you are:Curious, proactive, and eager to learnClear and confident in your communicationOpen to feedback and committed to continuous improvementCollaborative, friendly, and supportivePassionate about delivering high‑quality softwareInterested in emerging technologies and best practicesPlease get in touch and submit your CV and one of our team will be in touch as soon as possible. Thank you!Seniority levelMid‑Senior levelEmployment typeFull‑timeJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesIT Services and IT ConsultingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Searchstone Ltd by 2xGet notified about new Lead Software Engineer jobs in Birmingham, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr