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Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment

Software Engineering Lead

Hybrid

London, United kingdom

Senior

Full Time

13-11-2025

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Skills

Communication Java JavaScript C# TypeScript GitHub CI/CD DevOps Jenkins Azure DevOps Problem-solving angular Azure react AWS cloud platforms SDLC JavaScript/TypeScript .NET Spring Next.js GCP Spring Boot Terraform Infrastructure as Code GitHub Actions

Job Specifications

Software Engineering Lead

Permanent opportunity

Hybrid role

2-3 days a week in London

Competitive Salary (+ Performance related bonuses)

*Please note this role requires you to gain a Security Clearance

Job Description

This role is for an experienced technical leader who can combine hands-on engineering expertise with strategic guidance. You’ll lead cross-functional teams to design, build, and deliver high-quality software solutions, guiding technical direction, ensuring best practices, and driving digital transformation for clients. The position suits someone who enjoys solving complex challenges, mentoring engineers, and shaping modern, scalable systems using a variety of technologies and cloud platforms.

Our Tech Stack

Languages: JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C#
Frameworks: Vue, Angular, React, Node, Next.js, Spring Boot, .NET
Cloud Platforms: AWS, GCP, Azure
CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps
Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, CloudFormation, Azure Bicep
AI: Pragmatic and safe integration through the SDLC

Essential Requirements

Proven experience managing and technically leading software engineering teams.
Strong client-facing communication and credibility in technology delivery.
Deep understanding of end-to-end software delivery, from development to deployment and operations.
Proficiency in CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, and release management.
Ability to enhance performance through load testing, caching, and optimization.
Expertise in modern engineering standards TDD, contract testing, secure coding and architectural patterns such as event-driven design.
Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
Experience supporting bids and proposals, able to present technical solutions confidently.

About the Company

Alexander Associates is one of the leading suppliers of professional staff to the civil and structural engineering sector. Our clients include major consultants, design and build contractors, public utility companies and local authorities. Airports Bridges Building Structures Commercial/Retail/Industrial Geotechnical Highways/Infrastructure Marine Petrochemical, Oil and Gas Pharmaceutical Railways Traffic & Transportation Tunnels Highways Water Treatment & Sewage Treatment Alexander Associates is also a leading... Know more