Software Engineer Team Lead

About HomeServe Finance

HomeServe Finance is the latest innovation under the globally recognised HomeServe brand. Our mission is to reduce CO₂ emissions from home heating and cooling by making renewable technology financially accessible. Backed by HomeServe’s strong infrastructure and reputation, we are building a cuttingedge lending platform to accelerate the transition to efficient, sustainable home energy solutions across Europe.

Requirements

The Role

We are seeking a Software Engineering Team Lead to play a pivotal role in designing and building a modern, scalable lending platform. This role involves leading a team of engineers to develop highquality, maintainable software that enables lending services across multiple European markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely, highquality delivery.
• Architect, design, and develop scalable backend systems and RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams, including product managers, frontend developers, and DevOps.
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers.
• Ensure security, performance, and scalability best practices.
• Conduct code reviews and promote high coding standards.
• Champion tooling (including AIpowered tools) to enhance productivity.
• Manage, coach, and develop direct reports, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• What We’re Looking For
  
  

  • 8+ years of professional experience in fullstack software development.
  • 2+ years of experience in team leadership and line management.
  • Strong software architecture, database, and system performance optimisation expertise.
  • Handson experience with Python, Django (or similar backend frameworks).
  • Familiarity with React or similar frontend frameworks.
  • Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Google Cloud) and infrastructure management.
  • Knowledge of modern deployment practices (Serverless, Docker, EventDriven Systems, CICD).
  • Strong problemsolving and communication skills in a collaborative, fastpaced environment.
  • Experience working with remote or hybrid teams.

  • Desirable Experience
    
    

    • Working in regulated lending environments.
    • Leading multinational software deployments.

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      Why Join Us?

      
      
      

      • Be part of a missiondriven company tackling home energy efficiency and CO₂ reduction.
      • Work in a fastpaced startup environment backed by an established industry leader.
      • Enjoy the flexibility of a remotefirst culture.
      • Lead a team that builds cuttingedge technology with realworld impact.

      • Are you ready to lead and innovate in a dynamic, highgrowth environment? Apply now and help shape the future of home finance technology!

        Benefits

        Salary: Up to £120,000 + 20% bonus, Car or £7,000 cash allowance, 6% matched pension, Single private medical insurance