Development Lead (.NET + Angular)

Development is the largest discipline at Endava. Our developers design, build, and release software products in multiple programming languages, frameworks, and libraries. Always collaborating with cross-functional project teams, our developers are adaptable problem-solvers with a client-oriented mindset.    As a Development Lead at Endava, you are responsible across all stages of software development to deliver successful projects using Agile Scrum methodology. You'll handle specifying and designing complex software applications, components, and modules to meet defined requirements. The Development Lead is crucial in plans and drives system development projects which support the organization's objectives and plans. Your role & responsibilities Designs, estimates, and implements technical solutions for medium/high complexity applications.  Participates actively in all phases of application development lifecycle.  Collaborates with various project stakeholders to provide support for clarifying requirements, processes, architecture, and priorities.  Recommends and promotes IT industry standards, tools, practices (DevOps, etc.) to achieve well-engineered software products.  Proposes improvements and escalates risks/issues related to development activities.  Participates in the review of the work done by development team members.  Learns and applies new technologies, practices, and tools as appropriate to the project.  Participates in internal and external tech communities, events.  Shares experience and knowledge gained from projects.  Has responsibility for the work of others and for allocating resources.  Influences the team, customers, and suppliers.  Makes decisions which influence the success of projects and team objectives. Can propose solutions autonomously.  Can articulate solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders.  Your skills & qualificationsMandatory skills:  7+ years of experience working on commercial projects using Angular and .NET.  Proficiency in developing dynamic, responsive web applications using Angular.  Advanced skills in TypeScript, including working with complex data models and reactive programming (RxJS).  Strong experience in backend development using NET Core for web APIs and microservices.  Proven ability to integrate and work with relational databases (SQL Server), including writing complex queries and optimizing database performance.  Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines using tools like Azure DevOps or Jenkins for automated deployment.  Proficiency in unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing in both Angular and .NET environments.  Strong understanding of design principles and patterns (SOLID, Dependency Injection), along with experience in performance optimization for both frontend and backend.  Experience with cloud platforms, particularly Azure, including deploying applications and managing cloud resources.  Experience with leading a development team. Good communication in English, client facing skills.  Desired skills:  Communication skills  Sociable, proactive, team player  Estimation and planning  Fast learner  Agile processes knowledge and experience  Time management skills, embracing change Ability to coach others.  Benefits for you Finance: Competitive salary package, share plan, company performance bonuses, value-based recognition awards, referral bonus;   Career Development: Career coaching, global career opportunities, non-linear career paths, internal development programmes for management and technical leadership; Learning Opportunities: Complex projects, rotations, internal tech communities, training, certifications, coaching, online learning platforms subscriptions, pass-it-on sessions, workshops, conferences; Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours, employee assistance programme; Health: Global internal wellbeing programme, access to wellbeing apps; Community: Global internal tech communities, hobby clubs and interest groups, inclusion and diversity programmes, events and celebrations. Annual leave encashment; 13th month salary; Premium annual health check & Extra health & accident insurance; Welcome kit and gift-giving frequency; Attractive benefits of Trade Union; Exciting English programme.