Lead Software Engineer – 5989
Employer: Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
Classification: Information Technology
Visa Sponsorship: Skilled Worker
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours/week)
Salary: £73,000 – £80,000 GBP
Posted on: October 3, 2025
Description
Join Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and use your software engineering expertise to make a real difference.
As a Lead Software Engineer (Full-Stack), you’ll help create innovative eLearning solutions using TypeScript and ReactJS, collaborating with a talented team to deliver high-quality digital platforms that enhance user experiences.
You’ll also mentor up to two software engineers, guiding their professional growth while advancing your leadership and technical skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to architectural decisions, best practices, and engineering principles.
- Develop and maintain robust, feature-rich web applications primarily using TypeScript.
- Design scalable solutions leveraging AWS cloud services.
- Lead code reviews, paired programming, and agile development practices.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design, UX, QA, product owners, and business stakeholders.
- Participate in requirements gathering and ensure robust software testing strategies.
- Partner with other Lead Software Engineers and management to drive technical excellence and product innovation.
About You
- 7+ years of experience in full-stack development (TypeScript/JavaScript preferred; Python or Java desirable).
- Strong grasp of coding best practices, frameworks, and software architecture.
- Experienced in Agile (Scrum, Kanban, or scaled frameworks).
- Proactive, analytical, and adaptable problem solver.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Eager to learn, innovate, and mentor others.
Rewards & Benefits
- 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Private medical insurance & Permanent Health Insurance
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Pension scheme & life assurance (up to 4x salary)
- Green travel schemes
- Flexible hybrid working (40–60% office-based)
Additional Information
- Closing date: 12 October 2025
- Interviews: To be scheduled during or shortly after closing.
- Background checks: DBS checks required.
- Visa sponsorship available: Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK Skilled Worker visa sponsor.
Why Join Us
Be part of a globally respected institution that values innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. At Cambridge University Press & Assessment, we believe in diversity of thought and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
