Summary
✨ AI‑Generated
A hands-on Lead Engineer is sought to own backend architecture and integration strategy while continuing to write production code. You will define standards for APIs, webhooks, event-driven systems, and data flows; lead technical spikes; mentor engineers working with Python and .NET; and promote responsible use of AI-assisted coding tools.
Highlights
Hands-on technical leadership role combining production coding with backend architecture ownership. The position offers influence over API and integration standards, technical direction, mentoring, and responsible adoption of AI-assisted development tools.
Description
Lead Engineer – Backend & Integrations | Hybrid, UK
Overview
We're looking for a Lead Engineer to join us at a genuinely hands-on level while owning backend architecture across the business.
This isn't a lead role that's drifted away from the code — you'll be writing production code, leading technical spikes, and setting the standard for quality, while also owning the architecture for our backend services and integration layer (think ERP platforms, in-house systems, and third-party SaaS).
Responsibilities
Write production code, lead technical spikes, and set the standard for qualityOwn the architecture for backend services and the integration layer across ERP platforms, in-house systems and third-party SaaSDefine standards for APIs, webhooks, event-driven patterns and data flows across the businessLead and mentor engineers working across Python and .NETChampion pragmatic, responsible use of AI tooling (Claude Code, Codex or similar) to boost velocity and code qualityPartner with Product, QA and business stakeholders to turn requirements into solid technical solutionsDrive best practice on code review, testing, and technical debt management
Skills
Proven experience as a lead or senior engineer, deep hands-on in Python or .NETStrong backend background — REST/GraphQL APIs, event-driven architecture, system integrationsExperience integrating ERP platforms, in-house tools and SaaS applicationsSolid SQL and data modelling skillsComfortable in AWS or Azure, with modern DevOps and CI/CD practicesA real point of view on using AI coding tools responsibly and effectivelyStrong communicator — able to explain technical trade-offs to non-technical stakeholdersBonus: Terraform or infrastructure-as-code experience, or a background in a platform or service-based businessSound like you, or know someone who fits? Drop us a message.
Salary: Up to £100,000 base
Location: Hybrid — 1-2 days per week onsite
