Software Team Lead

Description

Software Team Lead

Salary Range: £55,000 – £65,000 per annum

Location: Hybrid, based in Bristol

Join our client, Smartbox, as a Software Team Lead!

Are you a passionate Software Team Lead looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual like you to join their team and contribute to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities.

Your Impact

As our client’s Software Team Lead, you will:

Leading and mentoring a team of Software Engineers and QA Specialists.Actively leverage modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) to improve individual and team productivity, code quality, and learning, and support the team in adopting these tools effectively and responsibly.Foster a strong focus on delivering meaningful user outcomes, ensuring that technical decisions are grounded in a deep understanding of the product domain and real user needs.Encourage and enable the team to use product insight, user feedback, and data to inform design and engineering decisions, balancing speed of delivery with long-term value.Working with product and technical leadership to build a combined roadmap that balances product and engineering priorities.Working on anything from UI to core functionality and data stores, from fixing bugs to integrating new technologies.Joint responsibility for designing and implementing a scalable and high-performance software architecture using appropriate architectural standards and best practices.Writing clean, working, cross-platform C# code (.NET 8) and associated tests, and improving the standard of existing code as you touch it to make it more testable, reliable and maintainable.Working closely with Electronics Engineers, Product Specialists, UX Designers and other Developers to design, develop and support robust solutions.Collaborating with stakeholders and customers to build an understanding which helps to solve problems in a way that meets their needs.Assisting the Head of Software Development in recruitment activities.

Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience:

Passionate about changing lives with assistive technology.Experience leading effective agile software teams, including first-hand experience of lean and iterative development.Good understanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies and their use in software teams.5+ years of professional software development experience in modern C# or similar (e.g. Java, C++).Experience using AI-assisted software development tools (e.g. Claude Code or similar) to improve development efficiency, code quality, or team effectiveness.Demonstrated ability to apply strong product and domain understanding to guide technical decisions and prioritisation.Track record of delivering measurable user or business outcomes, not just technical outputs.Knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis.Knowledge of professional software engineering best practices, including coding standards, architecture patterns, code reviews, source control, continuous integration, build processes, testing, and operations.Highly confident and experienced with automated testing – from unit tests to system and integration tests.Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others.Skilled in providing constructive feedback, conducting performance reviews, and supporting staff development.Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams.

About Smartbox

At Smartbox, they are proud to be at the forefront of assistive communication technology. Their innovative products are used globally by individuals with diverse needs. Their values – passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change – resonate in everything they do.

Our Client’s Inclusive Culture

They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse team that values collaboration and supports a community that relies on their technology for effective communication.

Our Client’s Commitment to Sustainability

At Smartbox, they not only innovate but also prioritise sustainability. They aim to minimise their carbon footprint and promote a greener world through sustainable solutions. By joining them, you'll contribute to shaping a more inclusive society while actively supporting their sustainability efforts.

Our Client’s D&I Commitments

At Smartbox, they prioritise diversity and inclusivity in their work environment. Here's how they do it:

Recognised as a Disability Confident Employer by the UK Government and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday.Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier-free, with adjustments available during the application process and throughout your career with them.They believe in adding to their culture, not just fitting in. Their diverse team combines unique talents to create products that reflect the diversity of their users and customers.

Rewards and Benefits

Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing at Smartbox. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join Smartbox and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Apply now and be a part of a team dedicated to creating technology that changes lives.

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