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Lead Software Engineer (Hybrid)

8th Light
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of experience in software development
  • Proven success in leading high-stakes consulting engagements from discovery to production
  • Experience writing production-quality code in languages such as Java, C#/.NET, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Go, Ruby, Scala, R, and SQL
  • Experience with AI/ML-powered features
  • Familiarity with automated testing and debugging
  • Experience with Git, MacOS/Linux, and CI/CD
Nice to have
  • Experience in platform engineering
  • Experience in data engineering, including platforms like Databricks
  • Experience delivering production agentic systems
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps & DevOps
  • Experience with MLOps
What the job really is

As a Lead Software Engineer at 8th Light, you will lead complex software development projects, collaborating with clients to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions. Your role involves making immediate contributions, guiding architecture discussions, and mentoring team members while balancing technical choices with client needs. You'll also engage in the full machine learning lifecycle and contribute to the team's culture and health.

Benefits
  • Unlimited access to thousands of books, courses, and expert-led training on the O'Reilly learning platform
  • Annual financial stipend and time allotment for learning & development
  • Coworking support for global team
  • 12 weeks of new parent leave for eligible employees
Things to weigh
  • Hybrid work model requires at least one day per week in the office
  • Salary range provided is specific to London and may vary by location
  • No specific technologies or frameworks mentioned for current projects, indicating a potentially varied tech stack
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Career value4/5
Role clarity5/5
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