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Lead Software Engineer

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At a Glance

Location
London
Posted
2026-03-09T10:19:03-04:00

Requirements

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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