Lead Full Stack Developer - Fintech Solutions
- birmingham, west midlands, B1 1BB, United Kingdom
- Permanent·Remote
- Full time
- £90,000 - £90,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Full Stack Developer to spearhead the development of innovative fintech solutions within their fully remote engineering division. This pivotal role involves leading a talented team, architecting scalable applications, and driving the technical vision from concept to deployment. You will work on complex financial systems, utilizing your expertise to deliver robust, secure, and user-friendly platforms. As a remote-first company, we offer unparalleled flexibility and a collaborative environment where your contributions have a significant impact on our client's strategic goals and technological advancements in the fast-paced fintech industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable, high-performance full-stack applications.
- Architect robust backend systems and intuitive frontend user interfaces for financial products.
- Mentor and guide a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
- Drive best practices in coding, testing, and deployment processes across the development lifecycle.
- Collaborate closely with product managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
- Oversee the integration of third-party services and APIs within the fintech platform.
Requirements
- 8+ years of professional experience in full-stack software development, with at least 2 years in a lead role.
- Proven expertise in both frontend (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and backend (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java) technologies.
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and database design (SQL/NoSQL).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Demonstrated experience in the fintech or financial services industry is highly desirable.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills for remote team management.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Fully remote working environment with significant autonomy.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Generous professional development budget and conference attendance.
- Opportunity to shape the future of fintech solutions.


