Senior Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer £80-85K + Bonus + Unlimited Holidays Hybrid Cardiff (ideally 1 to 2 days per week in office) Due to exponential growth and customer demand, our niche Software Tech client is looking for an additional Lead Software Engineer to join their team. You'll get the opportunity to join a friendly, close-knit, family feel team, working for a business with a laid back vibe, who treat everyone like adults. They need to keep up demand for their product therefore they need to bring in a Lead Software Engineer to help mentor and bring on a few Juniors and Mids, but also have the tech experience to hit the ground running and deliver key items in the Apps road map, including expanding the CRM functionality, and enhancing performance through AI. The Lead Engineer will also have an impact on modernizing the tech stack and scaling the application to enhance performance for its users. The business is rapidly expanding therefore they are looking for Engineer who wants to make an impact and help the business capitalize on its growth. The role will suit someone who has a natural Backend lean, has extensive PHP experience and a broad knowledge of the tools and technologies in PHP; and who is strong in AWS, and is familiar with working with cloud and serverless technologies. Ideally the Engineer will have picked up some decent Frontend exposure over the years ideally in JavaScript however it isn't essential. They use Vue.js, however this is likely to evolve in the future. This person will have a passion for Software and Technology. The head office is in Cardiff City Centre, with in-person expectations of 1 or 2 days a week, maximum. The bonus scheme consists of a combo of personal, team, and company targets, and you can expect a bonus of 5-10% per annum. Competitive compensation. Bonus scheme A Comprehensive Health Cash Plan. Private Health insurance and life assurance. Enhanced family-friendly policies. Enhanced employer pension contributions. A monthly wellbeing allowance to spend on our flexible benefits platform. Unlimited vacation policy, flexible and remote working opportunities. Potential for travel to the US. A flexible hybrid working arrangement, featuring a brand new, easily-accessible office. Brand new equipment and a home office budget. Learning and development opportunities, with a clear path for progression. We are looking to interview and fill this role ASAP so please apply early not to miss out.