Lead Web Developer

Job Description: A Lead Web Developer is responsible for building and scaling high-performance, web applications and platform services. This role combines hands-on engineering, technical leadership, and people management, with responsibility for delivering scalable, reliable, and maintainable systems that support real-time and data-intensive workflows. You will work closely with Product, Architecture, and Operations teams to define technical direction, drive delivery, and ensure engineering excellence across distributed teams. Why Join Petrolink? Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, offering continuous learning, training, and clear paths for advancement within our organization.Innovative Projects: Work on exciting, challenging projects that push the boundaries of technology in the Oil and Gas sector.Collaborative Teamwork: Engage with a multi-disciplinary team where your voice and ideas are valued.Long-Term Opportunities: Build a lasting career with us, supported by ongoing opportunities for growth and progression. Duties and Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & Architecture Own the architecture and design of scalable, high-availability web platforms and servicesLead design discussions, perform architectural reviews, and make key technical decisionsDefine and enforce engineering standards, coding practices, and system design principlesDrive adoption of modern architectures, including microservices and event-driven systemsPlatform Engineering & Delivery Design and build web applications using modern frameworks (Angular/React) and backend services (Node.js or similar)Develop and scale distributed systems with a focus on performance, resilience, and observabilityDefine API strategies and integration patterns across services and external systemsEnsure robust CI/CD pipelines and high-quality release processesTeam Leadership & Mentorship Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing distributed engineering teamProvide hands-on technical guidance across all levels of experienceSupport hiring, onboarding, and performance managementExecution & Stakeholder Management Own delivery timelines, technical risks, and quality outcomes across projectsWork closely with Product Managers, QA, and Operations to align on priorities and executionCommunicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholdersProactively identify and mitigate risks impacting deliveryContinuous Improvement & Innovation Evaluate new technologies, tools, and architectural approachesDrive improvements in engineering processes, system performance, and developer productivityPromote best practices in documentation, testing, and maintainability Skills & Qualifications Essential: 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with significant experience in full-stack web developmentProven expertise in modern frontend frameworks (Angular and/or React)Strong backend development experience (Node.js or similar technologies)Demonstrated experience designing and building scalable, distributed systemsExperience with event-driven architectures and message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ)Strong understanding of software design patterns and engineering best practicesExperience working in Agile development environmentsExcellent communication and leadership skills, with experience managing distributed teamsDesired: Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or similar) and containerised deploymentsFamiliarity with Kubernetes and microservices architecturesExperience with databases including PostgreSQL, MS SQL, Oracle, and NoSQL (e.g., Cassandra)Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practicesExperience with observability tools (logging, monitoring, tracing)Knowledge of additional backend technologies (e.g., .NET/C#)Experience building frameworks, reusable platform components, or developer toolingAt Petrolink, you’ll find more than just a job—you’ll discover real opportunities for advancement and ongoing learning. Join a company with a proven track record of employee retention, where your contributions are valued and your career can flourish. Note : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK permanently and without any restrictions. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Please note that applicants must not use AI tools to generate application materials or complete assessments. Petrolink is an equal opportunity employer; if you require a reasonable accommodation involving AI-enabled assistive technology, please contact HR via careers@petrolink.com before applying.