Lead Full Stack Developer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Full Stack Developer to spearhead their development efforts in Coventry . This senior role involves guiding a talented team of developers, architecting innovative solutions, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software products. You will be instrumental in shaping the technical direction of key projects, fostering collaboration, and driving best practices within the engineering department. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader to influence product strategy and build scalable, resilient applications in the heart of the West Midlands .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of full stack developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Architect and develop scalable, secure, and efficient full stack applications using modern technologies.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in coding, testing, and deployment across the development team.
• Collaborate with product management and stakeholders to define project roadmaps and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Troubleshoot complex technical challenges and provide timely solutions to ensure project success in Coventry .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in full stack development, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java).
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and database management (SQL, NoSQL).
• Demonstrated ability to architect and design complex software systems.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous pension scheme and life assurance.
• Professional development opportunities, including conferences and training budgets.
• A vibrant company culture with regular team-building events in Coventry .