Development Lead - Product Engineering | Senior Consultant
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Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Consultant - Development Lead to oversee and guide our development teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in software development and a proven track record of leading successful projects.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead and mentor development teams in delivering high-quality software solutions.
· Oversee the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC) from planning to deployment.
· Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to define project requirements and objectives.
· Ensure best practices in coding, testing, and deployment are followed.
· Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
· Manage and prioritise development tasks and ensure timely delivery of projects.
· Identify and resolve technical challenges and bottlenecks.
· Continuously improve development processes and practices.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
· Extensive hands-on experience in software development.
· Proven experience in leading development teams and projects.
· Strong understanding of SDLC and best practices.
· Proficiency in programming languages and development tools (e.g., Java, Python, .NET, Git).
· Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
· Exceptional communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience with Agile methodologies and practices.
· Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
· Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes).
· Experience in coaching and mentoring development teams.