Lead a team of engineers in developing a cloud-based data integration platform. Manage backend architecture, technical decisions, and system design. Collaborate with product, UX, and architecture teams.
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Software Development Team Lead (Node.js / TypeScript)
Remote (UK) | Cambridge office ~1-2 days/month | Permanent | £75,000
We’re partnering with a well-established global software provider operating in the intelligence, public safety, and security technology space. Backed by a large international group, the company builds mission-critical platforms used by government agencies, law enforcement, and enterprise organisations worldwide.
This is a hands-on engineering leadership role combining technical ownership with team leadership.
The Role
You’ll lead the development of a cloud-based data integration platform that connects:
- Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
- Digital forensics data
- Commercial threat intelligence providers
- Internal intelligence systems
You’ll manage a small team of engineers while remaining deeply involved in system design, development, and delivery.
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What You’ll Do
- Lead and mentor a team of 2–4 engineers
- Own backend architecture and technical decisions
- Build scalable Node.js / TypeScript services
- Integrate multiple third-party data sources via APIs
- Collaborate with product, UX, and architecture teams
- Ensure platform security, reliability, and compliance
- Implement CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native best practices
- Establish monitoring, logging, and observability
What You’ll Bring
- Strong backend experience with Node.js, TypeScript, JavaScript
- Experience leading engineering teams
- Cloud platform experience (AWS or Azure)
- API integration experience (REST / GraphQL)
- Docker & Kubernetes in production
- CI/CD and DevOps practices
- Degree in Computer Science or similar (2:1+)
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Desirable
- React / frontend exposure
- Java or Python experience
- OSINT, threat intelligence, or security-focused systems
- Compliance & secure platform development experience
Why Join?
- Work on technology that directly supports public safety & national security
- Stable long-term employer
- Fully remote UK role
- Influence platform architecture & product direction
- Strong engineering culture
- Competitive salary + benefits
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