Lead Software Engineer

Our client, a forward-thinking organisation specialising in industrial digitalisation, is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their innovative team in Edinburgh. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of Digital Twin technology and industrial data solutions within a company that values a collaborative, inclusive culture. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands-on experience in software engineering, with the ability to develop and deploy complex products that directly impact operational efficiency and industrial innovation. You will be instrumental in driving the design and delivery of scalable, reusable solutions, working closely with clients and internal teams in a flexible working environment that promotes work-life balance and professional growth. Responsibilities: Architect, develop, test, and deploy critical software components, APIs, and data pipelines while taking personal ownership of the technical solutions.Create prototypes and Minimum Viable Products rapidly to validate client needs and market opportunities.Design scalable, maintainable backend architecture, integrating industrial data sources and cloud services using technologies such as REST APIs, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms like Azure or AWS.Engage with clients and internal teams to translate operational challenges into innovative technical solutions, balancing functionality with quick deployment.Lead the development of Digital Twin applications and industrial digital solutions, integrating real-time industrial data with simulation models, GIS, and engineering visuals.Identify opportunities to turn recurring client problems into scalable product offerings and oversee solution reuse and commercialisation efforts.Provide technical guidance and mentorship to colleagues, ensuring architecture integrity and high-quality delivery across all product components. Ideal Candidate Profile: At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in software/product engineering, with proven success in developing and deploying complex software solutions.Strong programming skills in Python, C++, Java, or C#, with a solid understanding of software architecture and modern engineering principles.Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and API development (RESTful/Microservices).Knowledge of industrial communication protocols like OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, and experience working with industrial data systems, SCADA, or historians is highly desirable.Familiarity with data analytics, machine learning, or industrial IoT technologies, particularly in energy or manufacturing environments.Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills, capable of translating client needs into innovative technical solutions. You will become part of a company committed to fostering innovation and professional development. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, competitive salary packages, a performance-related bonus scheme, pension scheme, generous annual leave, and a dedicated budget for training. There’s a clear pathway to influence the development of cutting-edge digital solutions that shape the industry, supported by a collaborative and inclusive team culture. If you are passionate about leveraging your technical skills to drive industrial innovation and want to contribute to impactful projects, we encourage you to apply now and help shape the future of industrial digitalisation. Hybrid - 2 days in Edinburgh Right to Work - you must currently hold full & unrestricted right to work in the UK Benefits - on top of the salary, our offers annual personal performance bonus, additional bonus leave over the festive period and potential to be offered shares/equity