Lead Software Developer - 2 Days On Site

Lead Software Application Developer - R&D | West Lothian

Location: West Lothian, Scotland
Position: Lead Software Application Developer
Department: Software & Firmware
Reporting To: Head of Software and Firmware
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent - Hybrid 2 days on site.

Are you a talented software developer with a passion for innovation and technology leadership? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment where your input shapes the future of cutting-edge applications?

Our client, a pioneering R&D company based in West Lothian, is seeking a Lead Software Application Developer to join their growing team. In this critical role, you will lead by example-taking ownership of high-quality application development while mentoring developers and contributing to the technical direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and develop scalable, high-performance applications using C#, .NET Framework and related technologies

• Maintain and enhance existing software solutions to meet evolving requirements

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code that aligns with best practices and coding standards

• Conduct code reviews to uphold quality and consistency across the development team

• Support the Head of Software and Firmware in defining and maintaining the technical roadmap

• Mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture

• Champion the use of Agile development methodologies, source control, and modern development tools

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven application development experience with C# and .NET Frameworks

• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and design patterns

• Experience with SQL Server or Oracle database technologies

• Proficient in GIT for source control and familiar with CI/CD practices

• Practical experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as Azure Boards

• Hands-on experience with Visual Studio or similar IDEs

• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and guide developers at all levels

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Desirable Traits

• Experience working in an R&D or product development environment

• A passion for continuous improvement and innovation

• Ability to balance hands-on technical tasks with strategic thinking

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a cutting-edge R&D team where your work drives real-world impact

• Collaborative and inclusive company culture

• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression

• Competitive salary and benefits package

If you're ready to take the next step in your software development career and help shape the future of intelligent technology solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV to (see below)

Note: You must have the right to work in the UK.

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