Software Engineering Team Lead – Python / Data

  • £80000 - £90000 per annum, Benefits: + Benefits + Bonus
  • England, City Of London, UK

Software Engineering Team Lead – Data systems required with strong skills in Python Software development for data-centric / web systems and data pipelines/data analytics, combined with team leadership/ team management skills to lead a build a team of four is required by a fast-growing consultancy that provides technology products for strategic transformation and people-first transport innovation to local council and private developers and provides real-time data/traffic data collection.

Salary 80-90k + Bens + Bonus

This is a new role. You will be responsible for researching and building new client-centric web/data-centric technology products to transform the transportation sector and shape the future of sustainable transport solutions.

This hybrid role is typically based in the City of London office three days per week, or it can offer remote work with some travel if you live further away in the UK. 

Essential skills required for the role of Python software engineering team – Data Systems include

• Strong data-centric / web software development, with experience of team leadership/team management role
• Strong programming skills in Python for data-centric systems with skills such as Databases, Data Pipelines / Data Analytics / Big Data
• Experience with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud)
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Background in developing software products through the full software project lifecycle, from ideation to software deployment, deployment and maintenance.
• Strong customer-outcome-centric approach, able to bring the business context to your technical planning and delivery and infuse this into all interactions with the team
• Strong technical expertise in developing technology product development
• Experience working with a team to deliver complex technology projects.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and bring new ideas.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with clients and partners to develop tailored technology solutions
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to guide and inspire a team.
• Self-motivated and hardworking, with a passion for driving innovative solutions.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable Experience and Skills for the role of Python software engineering team – Data Systems would include

• Knowledge of GIS and mapping technologies
• Understanding of transport technology solutions, traffic data collection, or logistics.
• Experience working in or with local government transport teams or projects.
• Experience with mobile app development

Key Responsibilities:

• Technically lead the hands-on software development of new technology products for clients in the transportation sector, focusing on sustainability and efficiency.
• Line manage and grow a talented team of developers and engineers, providing technical direction, training and leadership.
• Provide expert guidance and oversight to your teams to enable them to make sound technical decisions while ensuring that the technology you support is contributing to the company’s future growth.
• Oversee improving and maintaining existing technology solutions, ensuring they meet client needs and industry standards.
• Work closely with clients to facilitate product onboarding and ensure seamless integration.
• Collaborate with external partners and internal teams to ensure research and product development align with client requirements and industry innovations.
• Drive innovation by identifying and implementing new ideas that improve product offerings and internal processes.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve technical solutions, bringing creative solutions to complex problems.
• Ensure all technology projects are delivered on time and meet high standards of technical excellence.

This is an outstanding chance to join a fast-growing and profitable technology-focused consultancy, build a team and their data-centric product offering, help transform the transportation sector, and shape the future of sustainable transport solutions for local councils and private businesses.

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    James Shenton

    Managing Consultant - Technology

    James Shenton

    James Shenton a co-founder & Managing Consultant at Opus Resourcing who has 29 years’ hands on technology recruitment experience, and his work has included delivering on long term preferred supplier relationships for companies such as YOOX-NET-A-PORTER, Sky, Betfair, Apple Europe, Ericsson, 3 Mobile.

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