Software Development Lead – Director A world leading bank is seeking a Software Development Lead (Director level) to join their London-based team.
This pivotal role is embedded within a front-office team, focusing on the strategic evolution of a critical application platform.
Responsibilities include driving innovation through rapid prototyping, advancing the platform's adoption across markets, and delivering impactful technical solutions.
This position offers a balanced mix of hands-on development (50%) and leadership (50%), overseeing a team of developers dedicated to accelerating platform adoption by front-office users while developing and supporting key platform components to address immediate business needs.
Key Responsibilities: Lead a team of four experienced developers to support and expand platform adoption among front-office users.
Design, develop, and maintain common platform components to address urgent business requirements.
Rapidly prototype innovative technical solutions to enhance the platform's functionality and value.
Collaborate closely with IT teams to ensure the platform infrastructure aligns with both immediate and long-term business goals.
Establish and enforce development standards and best practices for platform usage, ensuring consistent adherence by the development team.
Requirements: A degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
Proven experience in software development within a front-office trading environment.
Proficiency in Python; familiarity with C++ is advantageous.
Solid understanding of Kubernetes and Docker.
Strong expertise in web development technologies.
This role is an opportunity to drive significant impact in a high-performing, fast-paced environment, combining strategic leadership with hands-on technical execution.