Software Developer

Software Developer focuses on leading a cross-functional engineering team delivering features and improvements for ilearn - driving pace, quality, and technical direction from design through to deployment.

What the role involves

• Leading a cross-functional engineering team delivering features and improvements for iLearn - driving pace, quality, and technical direction from design through to deployment.
• Provide line management and pastoral care for a small team of software engineers, supporting performance, wellbeing, and professional development.
• Take technical ownership of the design, development, and maintenance of full stack applications and services underpinning iLearn.
• Contribute to planning, estimation, scheduling, and resourcing, helping to deliver work predictably and efficiently.
• Communicate technical designs, risks, and progress clearly to senior stakeholders and non technical audiences.
• Work closely with platform, product, and operations teams to ensure systems are observable, resilient, operationally sound, and secure.

Skills and requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in software engineering.
• Strong experience as a Senior or Lead Full Stack Software Engineer.
• A track record of driving delivery with urgency — not just maintaining, but pushing teams and products forward.
• Deep understanding of modern software design patterns and best practices.

Candidate fit

• technical problem-solving, code quality, testing discipline, and clear collaboration