Lead / Senior Software Engineer

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Lead / Senior Software Engineer, Cambridge - South, to £62,000 DoE + Top Benefits - ecm About Us Clients Job Search Join Us Articles Brainbuster About Us Clients Job Search Articles Join Us Brainbuster We're not just a job board. ECM help candidates secure the best jobs in UK science and engineering. Register with us , we'll get back to you. Viewing all jobs £ Search Search opportunities £ Search Explore Sectors and Skills Software Languages C C++ Rust C# Java Python Functional Programming HTML, CSS, JavaScript / TypeScript React / Vue / Blazor Golang Platforms Embedded / Firmware Cloud Android / iOS Web Browser Web Services Linux Windows Data Engineering Machine Learning Image Processing DevOps Software Test Electronics Analogue Digital Embedded / Firmware Hardware Test RF / RFIC Semiconductors Mechanical CAD CFD / FEA Instrumentation Manufacturing Usability / Ergonomics Maths & Physics Analysis / Research Maths Physics Data Science Machine Learning Modelling / MATLAB Python Finance Applied Sciences PhD Bio Chemistry Physics Medical / Healthcare Materials Instrumentation Semiconductors Managerial / Consultancy Consultancy Project Management Team Leading Product Management Business Development / Sales Quality Graduate / PhD Software Electronics Maths / Physics Mechanical Applied Sciences Other Cambridge Defence Medical / Healthcare Green Tech Machine Learning Data Science Energy Finance Audio / Radio Remote Working Hybrid Working Lead / Senior Software Engineer (27701) Cambridge - South to £62,000 DoE + Top Benefits Hands-on project software lead for not-for-profit organisation (24 months FTC) Based a few miles south of Cambridge, this not-for-profit organisation is helping to tackle human diseases and disorders. They are revolutionising their digital platform and are putting together a dedicated, small team to work alongside external partners. A key position is for a Lead / Senior Software Engineer who reports directly to the CIO and will take a significant role in improving the user experience, and building using modern technologies. Requirements: Demonstrable commercial experience as a senior or lead software engineering working on modern websites or digital platforms with proven full stack engineering skills including front end technologies (React or Next.js). Additional experience with Python / Django for back-end would be desirable. Strong understanding of front-end web architecture including React, Headless CMS and relevant CI/CD pipelines. Exposure with AI tools for engineering efficiency. Experience with scalable, cloud-based secure web platforms, preferably integrating CRM, marketing analytics or payment transactions. Experience with line-management of direct reports and performance appraisals would be beneficial. This is a 24 months fixed term contract (with possibilities of extension). Hybrid work options are available as part of their flexible work policy (2 days in the office). Candidates are expected to have full, unrestricted rights to work in the UK. Strong preference for those living close to the Cambridge area. On offer is a competitive salary and wide range of benefits including medical insurance, enhanced company pension contributions, and wellness and health plan options. Keywords: Not-for-profit, HealthTech, Modern Web Technologies, React / Next.js, Python / Django, Headless CMS, Front-end / Full-Stack, Team Lead, Hands-on Software Engineering, Cloud, CI / CD, Hybrid, 24 Months FTC Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company. Recommend for £250 - see www.ecmselection.co.uk/tell-a-friend for details. Software Cloud React / Vue / Blazor Software Engineering Team Leading Web App Development (Front End) Web Services (Back End) Senior Hybrid Working Recommend for £250 Apply Now Toggle navigation About Us Clients Job Search Join Us Articles Brainbuster Copyright © ecm 2026 | Terms | Personal Data | No Cookies ecm - 3 Stow Court, Quy, Cambridge CB25 9AS