Software and Applications Team Lead

Upper Highway. A well-established technology provider operating in the security and communications space is seeking a Software and Applications Team Lead to join its dynamic and forward-thinking team. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who enjoys mentoring developers, owning complex projects end-to-end, and driving innovation across mobile, backend, and systems environments.

• Lead and mentor a small development team (Flutter Developers and a contract Web Developer) through hands-on guidance, code reviews, and collaboration
• Own the delivery, maintenance, and success of multiple software projects
• Design, build, and scale Python 3 backend services and optimise MySQL / MariaDB databases
• Manage Linux environments, Nginx routing, and core TCP / IP networking (with exposure to FortiGate and advanced tuning)
• Drive innovation, including AI-powered enhancements within telemetry and IoT-based systems
• Work closely with R&D and Support teams to ensure seamless software-hardware integration

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent) with a strong portfolio of delivered projects
• 7+ years' experience in software development preferred
• Proven expertise in Flutter / Dart (mobile apps) and Python 3 (backend services)
• Experience with modern frameworks (NestJS, React, or similar), Linux environments, and Git workflows
• Demonstrated leadership experience with a passion for mentoring and delivery
• Proactive, innovative mindset with interest in AI / ML within IoT and telemetry