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Lead Software Engineer
Job in
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-10
Listing for:
SF Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-10
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Software Engineer, Senior Developer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lead Software Engineer - Quality Engineering Focus (Hybrid - Telford)
Location:
Telford (Hybrid - 40-70% on-site)
Salary:
Up to £100,000 + benefits
Type:
Full-time | Permanent
Clearance:
Must be eligible for SC clearance
Are you a senior Software Engineer / Quality Engineering specialist looking to take a leading role in Agile delivery teams? This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity where you will shape engineering practices, drive automation, and mentor the next generation of engineers while delivering high‑impact digital services.
What You'll Do- Lead complex engineering projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables and timely delivery
- Drive innovation in test automation, QA processes, and engineering practices
- Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers
- Collaborate across multi‑disciplinary Agile teams to deliver scalable solutions
- Influence technical standards, best practices, and QA strategy across the organisation
- Proven leadership experience in QA, test automation, or software engineering
- Advanced knowledge of automation frameworks, test design, and QA principles
- Hands‑on with Java‑based technologies, microservices, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), containerisation, and Dev Ops practices
- Strong problem‑solving, communication, and project management skills
- Experience working in self‑empowered, multi‑disciplinary Agile teams
- Ability to influence and shape technical culture across the engineering function
- Lead high‑impact digital services with cutting‑edge technologies
- Work in a mature Agile environment with collaborative, multi‑disciplinary teams
- Competitive salary up to £100k + benefits
- Hybrid working: 40-70% on‑site in Telford, flexible to business needs
- Opportunity to shape QA practices and mentor engineers in a dynamic environment
- Must be UK‑based and eligible for SC clearance
- Senior‑level interview process includes technical assessment and cultural fit
Apply now to take a leadership role in a senior engineering team delivering mission‑critical digital transformation projects.
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