Software Development Lead

Role: Software Development Lead

Client: Leading Banking Institution

Compensation: Up to £150,000 + Bonus + Package

Location: London (Hybrid / Good WFH options)

Overview

This is a high-impact, newly created Director-level role within a high-performing and supportive banking team. You will take full responsibility for the successful software delivery of the complete Post-trade Technology Services stack, from inception through to deployment. This is a brilliant opportunity to lead a critical technology function within a major global bank.

The Role

You will lead a team of Developers in building and maintaining complex software solutions that power the full trade lifecycle. This involves the high-level integration of both vendor products and internal systems. As a Director, you will bridge the gap between technical execution and strategic business goals, ensuring that the post-trade stack remains robust, scalable, and efficient.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a team of Developers to deliver end-to-end software solutions
• Overseeing the Post-trade Technology Services stack from inception to deployment
• Integrating complex vendor products with internal banking systems
• Driving technical standards and best practices across the full trade lifecycle
• Leading high-level architectural decisions for C services
• Collaborating with senior stakeholders to align technology delivery with business needs

Requirements

• Leadership: Proven experience managing Software Developers in a professional environment
• Technical Foundation: Strong fundamentals in C# development
• Industry Background: Solid experience within Financial Services is essential
• Domain Knowledge: Risk experience (Market or Credit Risk) is highly desirable but not essential
• UI/Web Experience: Familiarity with React and/or WPF is a significant plus
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for managing teams and senior stakeholders

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary up to £150,000 at the Director level
• Substantial performance-related bonus and comprehensive banking package
• Flexible working model with excellent work-from-home options in London
• Opportunity to lead a newly created, high-visibility technology function
• Exposure to the full trade lifecycle and complex global financial systems
• A supportive, high-calibre team culture with long-term growth potential

If you are interested in this Post Trade Technology Development Lead position and meet the above requirements, please apply immediately.