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Software Development Team Lead

Leicester
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Software Development Team Lead
Leicester (Hybrid)
£55,000 to £65,000 + Great Benefits Package

Excellent opportunity for a Full Stack Software Developer with management and leadership experience to join a strong and stable company going through an exciting period of growth in a varied and interesting role.

It is an exciting time to join the team as they continue to grow. This company invest heavily in training and have a strong record of internal progression and promotions. They are one of the largest manufacturers in the UK and offer great long-term stability. Through team growth, they are looking for a Software Development Manager to join their team!

In this hands-on role you will lead a team of four software developers, while being a task expert. This is a hybrid working role based in Leicester.

The ideal candidate will be a full stack software developer with leadership and management experience. You will have experience working in Node.JS, SQL, PHP, Postgres, GIT and Agile Software Development.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a worldwide brand in a varied and interesting role that will offer long term progression opportunities.

The role:
*Leading a team of 4 Software Developers
*Hands on leadership role
*Full-Stack Software Development
*Hybrid working

The person:
*Experienced Full Stack Software Developer
*Previous experience leading small teams within software / management experience
*Experience working with PHP, Node.js, Full Stack development, SQL (Postgres beneficial), CSS, GIT, and experience in agile software development
*Live a commutable distance from Leicester and happy to be on site 2 to 3 days per week

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