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Lead Full-Stack Developer

City of London
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Lead Full-stack Developer

Location: Holborn, Central London (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-time
Direct Reports: x5 Senior Developers
Reporting to: Head of AI & Technology An exciting new permanent opportunity has become available for a Lead Full-stack Developer, to join a juggernaut organisation in the recruitment industry. A highly dynamic, ambitious and fast-growing team dedicated to transforming the recruitment landscape through AI-driven, human-centered technology. This is a pivotal role where you will lead a team of 5 Senior Developers, focusing on hands-on coding and providing technical leadership underneath the guidance of the Head of AI & Technology.

Day-to-day of the role:

Lead and mentor a team of 5 Senior Developers, maintaining a hands-on approach with coding and problem-solving.
Oversee the end-to-end delivery of features, ensuring the software is scalable, speedy, and of high quality.
Architect, develop, and maintain core components of our SaaS platform:
Backend: Python, PostgreSQL
Frontend: TypeScript, NextJS/NodeJS
Integrate AI tools, APIs, and data pipelines to enhance platform intelligence.
Promote engineering best practices such as testing, CI/CD, and secure coding standards.
Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship.
Collaborate with the Head of AI and Technology to align development priorities with business objectives.
Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and high performance.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, ensuring platform reliability and uptime.Required Skills & Qualifications:

10+ years of commercial software development experience, with at least 5 years in a lead developer role.
Proven track record in leading small, high-performing engineering teams in fast-paced environments.
Deep expertise in full-stack development, including:
TypeScript / JavaScript (NextJS, NodeJS, Tailwind)
Python (Django, Flask, or FastAPI)
PostgreSQL
Experience with building and scaling SaaS platforms in production.
Strong background in software architecture, microservices, and API design.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Excellent communication skills, capable of motivating and aligning technical teams.
Desirable: Experience with AI tools, APIs, ML pipelines, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes), event-driven architecture (Kafka/RabbitMQ).Benefits:

Hybrid working model (minimum 3 days a week in office)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Flexible holiday scheme
Contributory pension scheme
Enhanced family leave benefits
Insurance benefits including life assurance
Regular events and discounts at gyms and popular retailers
Wellbeing and mental health support
Vibrant office location in Holborn with numerous amenities nearbyTo apply for the Lead Full-stack Developer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role

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