Software Development Team Lead

Software Development Team Lead – Outside IR35 | Hybrid London

We are looking for two Software Development Team Leads to join a growing engineering team building an AI‑driven digital learning platform. This role will focus on scaling an existing product from early‑stage usage to high user volumes.

You will work hands‑on across Python, Node, Type Script and AWS, contributing directly to code while helping shape technical direction. The role starts hands‑on and will grow into mentoring and light people leadership as the team expands. You will work closely with product, design, and senior engineers to deliver new features, improve performance, and ensure the platform is secure, reliable and scalable.

• Hands‑on development using Python, Node, Type Script and AWS
• Support technical design, architecture and decision making
• Mentor engineers and contribute to code reviews and best practice
• Help scale the platform to support significant user growth
• Contribute to AI, LLM and chatbot features
• Work in short iterations with cross‑functional teams

• Strong Python engineering background
• Experience with Node, Type Script, SQL and cloud platforms
• Hands‑on experience with AI, LLMs or chatbot development
• Background in APIs, microservices and scalable systems
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced, evolving product teams
• Clear communication and a collaborative, low‑ego approach
• Rates depend on experience and client requirements