Lead Software Developer - C

Lead Software Developer (C# .NET / Azure) – Sheffield Our client based in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Lead Software Developer to join their growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technologist who combines hands-on software development expertise with strong technical leadership skills. Working within a modern cloud-first environment, you will lead the design, development, and evolution of business-critical applications and services built on Microsoft technologies. You will play a key role in shaping technical direction, driving engineering best practices, mentoring developers, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable backend services using C# and the latest .NET technologies (.NET 8, ASP.NET Core) Define and influence software architecture, technical standards, and development best practices across the engineering team Design, build, and oversee the development of RESTful APIs supporting both internal and external applications Provide technical leadership across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through to deployment and support Drive the adoption and effective use of Azure cloud services, including App Services, Azure Functions, storage solutions, and related platform services Mentor and support developers through code reviews, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions Ensure software quality, performance, security, and maintainability through robust engineering practices Take ownership of technical delivery, balancing ongoing maintenance, enhancements, and strategic development initiatives Champion continuous improvement across development processes, tooling, automation, and engineering standards Leverage modern development practices, including AI-assisted development tools where appropriate, to improve productivity, quality, and delivery outcomes Work closely with product, business, and technical teams to support successful project delivery and innovation Required Skills & Experience Extensive experience developing enterprise applications using C# and .NET (ideally .NET 8 and ASP.NET Core) Proven experience in a Lead Developer, Technical Lead, Senior Software Engineer, or similar leadership role Strong background in designing and building scalable RESTful APIs and backend systems Solid experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services, including App Services, Azure Functions, storage solutions, and cloud-native architectures Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and modern engineering principles Experience leading technical decision-making and providing guidance to development teams Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills Ability to balance hands-on development responsibilities with technical leadership duties Experience delivering software within agile or iterative development environments Desirable Skills Exposure to AI-assisted software development tools, code generation platforms, and automated testing solutions Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and infrastructure automation Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes Experience working with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, or microservices Azure certifications or equivalent cloud platform experience What's on Offer Opportunity to lead the development of modern cloud-based applications using Microsoft Azure Significant influence over technical strategy, architecture, and engineering direction A collaborative environment where technical expertise and innovation are highly valued Broad exposure across software engineering, cloud architecture, and technology leadership Flexible working arrangements Ongoing investment in professional development and emerging technologies The opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing and forward-thinking organisation Interested? Click Apply Now! Lead Software Developer (C# .NET / Azure) – Sheffield