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Lead Software Engineer (Hybrid)

8th Light
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Posted
6 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of experience in software development
  • Proven track record of leading 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 integration in products or systems
  • 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, particularly with platforms like Databricks
  • Experience delivering production agentic systems
  • Knowledge of DevSecOps & DevOps practices
  • Familiarity with MLOps and Infrastructure as Code
What the job really is

As a Lead Software Engineer at 8th Light, you will lead high-stakes consulting projects, collaborating with clients to deliver high-quality software solutions. Your role involves making immediate contributions, guiding architecture discussions, mentoring team members, and managing project roadmaps while ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. You will also engage in continuous learning and contribute to the company's culture and values.

Benefits
  • Unlimited access to learning resources on the O'Reilly platform
  • Annual financial stipend and time for learning & development
  • Coworking support for global team members
  • 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
  • No specific mention of the tech stack used in projects beyond the listed languages and frameworks
  • Vague details on the types of clients and projects may lead to uncertainty about the work environment
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