capitalontap
Lead Software Engineer
At a Glance
- Location
- London
- Posted
- 2026-03-09T10:19:03-04:00
Requirements
Excited to work here? Apply!
If you’d like to progress your career within our fast growing, profitable fintech then click apply and we will aim to get back to you within 3 working days (during busy periods this could take up to 5 working days.)
Compensation & Benefits
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Interview Process 🤝
First stage: 30 minute intro call with Talent Partner
Second stage: 45 minute "Tech Chat" & Values Interview with an Engineering Managers & People Partner
Third stage: 60 minute Code Pairing with 2x members of our engineering team
Responsibilities
As a Lead Software Engineer, you’ll play a key role in driving technical excellence across multiple teams while remaining hands-on in software development. You’ll lead high-impact projects from concept to delivery, shape architecture, and align technical direction with business strategy. Working closely with Technical leaders, Product Managers and the wider Engineering Group, you’ll set the standard for quality, mentor engineers across teams and champion initiatives that raise the engineering bar including the adoption of AI tools and automation.
Provide mentorship, constructive feedback and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Work closely with Product, QA, and Team Leads to align on strategy and execution
Shape product decisions alongside Product Managers and Designers
Ensure clear, open communication in remote, hybrid, and in-person settings
Establish and uphold coding standards and best practices