Lead Software Developer

Lead Software DeveloperRemote (UK-based) | Occasional travel to Ashford, Kent (approximately twice a year) Full-time | Permanent | 37.5 hours per weekAbout CLEO SystemsCLEO Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of Integrated Care 24 (IC24), the UK’s leading not-for-profit social enterprise delivering innovative, patient-focused primary care services.Our mission is Clinical Excellence Online (CLEO) — using technology to improve access to health and social care, reduce pressure on secondary care, and put patients first, not paperwork. IC24 supports over 6 million patients nationwide across NHS 111, GP out-of-hours, primary care, and secondary care services.With over 20 years of software expertise, we work in close collaboration with the NHS to deliver solutions across secondary care outpatients, integrated urgent care, community services, urgent treatment centres, and pharmacy settings.Our EthosIntegrity – We do the right thingCreativity – We find the best solutionsCollaboration – We work together to deliverThe RoleAs a Lead Software Developer, you’ll lead the design, development, and optimisation of CLEO Systems’ mission-critical software solutions. You’ll mentor and manage a team of developers while playing a key role in architectural decision-making and delivery of high-performance, scalable applications that directly support patient care.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the Technical Design Authority to propose and implement architectural improvementsDesign and develop complex backend systems using modern cloud technologiesOptimise application performance while maintaining data integrity and high-quality standardsEnsure seamless integration with databases, APIs, and third-party systemsLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing software development teamDrive innovation and ensure delivery aligns with CLEO Systems’ strategic goalsEssential CriteriaA minimum of 6 years’ experience as a Software DeveloperStrong experience with Golang, including TDD and unit testingHands-on experience with AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda)Proficiency with ALM tools such as JIRA and GitHubStrong SQL skills including schema design and scripting (MSSQL & PostgreSQL)Experience integrating third-party solutions via APIs, messaging, or web servicesSolid understanding of web technologies, including HTML5 and JavaScriptWhat’s In It for You?Salary up to £72,000 (dependent on experience)Additional £3,000 on-call allowanceGenerous annual leave including bank holidays6% employer pension contribution (NEST)Private medical insurance via Benenden Health (option to add family cover available)Laptop and full home-working kit providedHeartbeat wellbeing programme with discounts and resourcesFree, confidential 24/7 counselling serviceOngoing learning and development opportunitiesInterview ProcessWe believe interviews should be a two-way conversation. Our process typically includes:Introductory call (45 minutes) with our Principal Software ArchitectTechnical stage – a Go coding challengeFinal interview – discussion of the challenge and further questionsDue to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory basic DBS disclosure and two references.Closing date: 29th January 2026At CLEO Systems, we celebrate brave ideas and brave people.

Created: 2026-01-18