About the role

  • Software Development Lead guiding a talented team in developing innovative software for defence operations at Babcock. Leading technical direction and supporting capability growth in emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Guide a talented team of developers, set the technical direction, and help create innovative software that supports vital defence, aerospace, and engineering operations.
  • Lead, coach, and inspire a high‑performing development team.
  • Oversee the design, development, and deployment of secure, scalable software applications.
  • Support and enhance the existing technology stack while driving capability growth in areas such as AI/ML, LLM-powered development tools, intelligent automation, and data‑driven engineering practices.
  • Champion best practice across DevOps, engineering quality, technical standards, and responsible adoption of AI-enabled engineering tools.

Requirements

  • Prior experience working in a technical leadership role or as a lead developer.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and empower others.
  • A proactive, innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and a strong interest in AI‑assisted software engineering.
  • Experience with or interest in AI‑enabled development practices, intelligent DevSecOps pipelines, and emerging AI tools that improve software quality and delivery.
  • Proven experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies and Agile delivery.
  • Proficiency in C#, ASP.NET, .NET Core, JavaScript, SQL Server, database design, and ORM technologies.

Benefits

  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
  • Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
  • Employee share scheme
  • Employee shopping savings portal
  • Payment of Professional Fees
  • Reservists in the armed forces receive 10‑days special paid leave
  • Holiday Trading – buy or sell up to one working week of holiday
  • “Be Kind Day” – one paid volunteering day each year
  • Flexible working options to support work‑life balance
  • A dynamic working environment

Job title

.Net Lead

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Location requirements

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