Job type
PermanentLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Software DevelopmentIndustry
LegalPay
Competitive + Benefits PackageClosing date
28 Aug 2025
Software Development Team Lead (TypeScript, Node.js, AWS, PostgreSQL) | London/Hybrid | £90,000 - £110,000
Hays Software Engineering are seeking a talented and experienced Software Development Lead to join our Legal Start-Up client. In this pivotal role, you'll manage a small team of developers while taking a hands-on approach to the Architecture, Design, Development & Security of our clients SaaS platform. This position will report directly to the CEO.
What you will be doing:
- Lead a small team of software developers, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
- Drive the overall solution architecture for our SaaS platform and its supporting AWS infrastructure.
- Write and maintain high-quality, tested code in TypeScript and Node.js.
- Work with our existing technology stack, including PostgreSQL, NestJS, PostgREST, and an AngularJS frontend.
- Define security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines to align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, SOC2).
- Manage security incidents and breaches:
- Lead incident response efforts, conduct thorough investigations, and implement corrective actions.
What we are looking for:
- 7+ years experience in a Senior/Team Lead position.
- Previous examples of delivering successful products & platforms.
- Programming Languages & Frameworks: TypeScript, Node.js, NestJS (REST API framework), AngularJS (or similar frontend frameworks)
- Databases & Data Management: PostgreSQL, PostgREST (RESTful API layer over PostgreSQL)
- Cloud Platforms & Infrastructure: AWS services, Cloud architecture (general understanding)
- Project Management Tools & Methodologies: Jira, Project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.)
What you will get in return: This position is offering a competitive package, 28 days holiday + bank holidays + bonus package.
