Lead Developer

Job Description

About us
Smashed Crab Software was founded in 2014 and is a dynamic and innovative software development company based in the UK, specialising in designing and building bespoke solutions for our clients in the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves on our creative approach to solving complex problems and our commitment to delivering exceptional value to our clients.

Job Title:

Lead Developer
Salary:

£55,000
Location:

Kingston-Upon-Hull (Hybrid, 2 days on-site, 3 days homeworking)
Job Type:

Full-time
Visas and Right to Work:

We are not able to sponsor visa applications at this time. All candidates will be required to prove their right to work in the UK.

As a Lead Developer, you will be at the forefront of one of our development teams, driving the design, development, and deployment of our software solutions as well as maintaining a suite of existing systems. You will lead by example, inspiring your team through your dedication, technical excellence, and innovative thinking. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful delivery of projects that meet both our high standards and our clients' varying needs.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development team in the design, development, and implementation of robust and scalable software solutions.
Manage workloads and resourcing levels for your team.
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
Ensure code quality and maintainability by conducting code reviews, writing tests, and documenting your work.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Ensure contracts and SLAs are upheld for support and maintenance.
Stay abreast of emerging technology trends and best practices to drive innovation within the team.
Contribute to the strategic planning of the company's technology roadmap.
Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
Proficiency in C# (v5 and newer), ReactJs, and SQL.
Strong understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and best practices.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically and creatively.
Proven track record of leading and delivering complex software projects.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous

integration/continuous

deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
Experience with Microsoft Azure.
Experience with Microsoft SQL.
Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.

Desirable Skills:
Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory/Entra, and Microsoft Graph.
Sysadmin experience with the above.
Microsoft certifications.
Experience with headless CMS and bespoke e-commerce.
Web development.

What We Offer:
Hybrid working environment with a casual culture around popping out for appointments and similar.
Varied client base giving exposure to many different industries.
A small, friendly team of developers with active social opportunities (such as board games, video games, and nights out)
A collaborative, supportive, and dynamic work environment where your contributions are highly valued.
A chance to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact.
Monthly video games night with the team with games and takeaways all paid for.