AI Engineer - Software Development Team Lead

eFinancialCareers
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Last month
£130,000 pa

Salary

£130,000 pa

Seniority
Lead
Posted
16 Aug 2026 (Last month)
£130,000.00 GBP

10% Bonus

Onsite WORKING

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, North East - United Kingdom Type: Permanent

AI Engineer - Software Development Team Lead

Salary: Up to£130,000.00+ Excellent Benefits

Location: Newcastle (Onsite)

We're currently supporting a specialist technology consultancy as they continue to grow the leadership of their already extensive engineering capability.

We're looking to speak with Software Developers, with experience and passion for leading teams as they take on a variety of projects to deliver innovative solutions that will surpass client expectations.

If you're passionate about developing engineers and creating high-performing teams, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact from day one. You'll lead talented software engineers through complex technical challenges, influence architectural decisions, and help build a culture of engineering excellence within a rapidly growing consultancy.

This is an excellent opportunity for software development team leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving complex problems, collaborating with exceptionally talented teams and empower them to deliver unparalleled outcomes.

This client creates a truly intellectually stimulating environment and asks for candidates who are Russell Group university educated. They require a continuous commitment to your own development; this ensures that they maintain their already expectational reputation of excellence.

We're particularly interested in candidates with a deep knowledge of:
  • C#
  • .Net
  • Java
  • Rust
  • Python
  • Azure or AWS
  • PostgreSQL
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Terraform
  • CI/CD
Key attributes for this organisation:
  • Enthusiasm for technology
  • Hunger to work in a dynamic space
  • Commitment to further development
  • Passion for leading and developing top talent
  • Ownership of all aspects of projects from start to finish
  • Energy, ambition and grit
What's On Offer
  • Salary up to£130,000.00.
  • 10% Bonus
  • Twice annual pay reviews
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Private medical
  • Life insurance scheme
If you're looking for a role that offers variety, continuous learning, and the opportunity to collaborate with exceptionally talented engineering teams on projects that really push the boundaries of software engineering. We'd be keen to have a conversation.

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