Software Engineering Team Leader

Utilita Energy

Software Engineering Team Leader at a UK technology company delivering data-driven solutions. Leading cross-functional teams and ensuring software delivery with high engineering standards.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeChandlers Ford • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSenior💰 £60,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading cross-functional teams through the full software lifecycle, emphasizing high engineering standards and hands-on technical contributions. Proven ability to coach engineers and foster their professional growth while delivering secure and scalable software solutions.

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ReactReact NativePythonSoftware Lifecycle ManagementPeople Leadership

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Hard Skills

Software DeliveryCode ReviewsAutomationTechnical Decision-MakingEngineering Standards

Soft Skills

CoachingProviding FeedbackTeam Leadership

Industry Keywords

Cross-Functional TeamSecure SolutionsScalable SolutionsReliable Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonReactReact Native

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Focus on end-to-end ownership of software delivery.
Lead a cross-functional team responsible for building secure, scalable, and reliable solutions.
Guide delivery across the full software lifecycle with hands-on contribution.
Promote high engineering standards through code reviews and automation.
Support engineers through coaching and clear progression plans.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience with React, React Native or Python.
Strong technical capability with hands ‑ on approach.
Comfortable navigating complex technical decisions and setting high engineering standards.
Genuine interest in people leadership.
Ability to coach and provide regular feedback to engineers.
Experience guiding teams through the full software lifecycle.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus Scheme, made up of personal and company elements.
Career progression, we’re an expanding organisation.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Pension scheme, company contribution at 4% of your salary when you contribute 5%.
Access to a free, fully equipped onsite gym, along with showers and changing facilities.
The opportunity to win tickets to major outdoor events including, gigs and shows at arenas around the UK.
EV car scheme, qualifying terms and conditions apply.
Health care scheme that includes dental, eye care, treatments, and diagnostics health consultations.
Death in service – we pay three times your annual salary to your designated next of kin.
Employee Assistance Programme with access to counselling support, legal and financial advice 24/7 365 days a year, as well as a GP line and Your Care.
Paid volunteering day every year.
Involved in various fund-raising opportunities.