Software Development Team Lead

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Software Development Team Leader to join the YBS Front End Team and lead a brilliant team of Developers, pushing what we can do in the Digital space.

As we continue to grow, you’ll join a team who share our passion for delivering the best possible experiences to our diverse range of customers. It’s an exciting time to join as we progress along a transformation journey, creating a modern Digital Platform (mobile & web) for our members.

• Do you have experience in managing the performance and development of Developers or Technical colleagues?

• Do have experience working with stakeholders to manage priorities in an Agile environment?

• Do you have an empathetic leadership style to bring the best out of Developers?

If so, we would love to hear from you!

Our team culture is built on collaboration and inclusivity. We value individuality and strive to create a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. And, if you’ll go the extra mile to help our members & customers, you’ll fit right in and feel like you belong here.

This is a hybrid role; remote working and some onsite presence in our central Leeds offices.

About the role

As Software Development Team Leader, you’ll lead a team of Developers working across our Mobile Squads. The teams all share the same vision, to create a beautiful experience for all our members. You will

• Coach and support the growth of around 6-10 Developers through regular 1-2-1s and ongoing personal development plans

• Drive the success of the team. Although you will not be responsible for directly developing features, you will have technical oversight of projects and will help to push forward technical discussions and ensure everything is on track

• Liaise with stakeholders from Product Ownership and Architecture to discuss their technical vision and support our teams in developing the best possible solution

• Work with Engineers to facilitate, drive and support technical initiatives across the business

• Be an active part ofyour department's Engineering Managers teamto collectively tackle challenges encountered, plan people resourcing and improve our best practices

• Facilitate Engineering interviews alongside our pool of interviewers

• Own and manage the Software in use by your team from a Supplier Management capability

About you

You’ll have proven success in managing the technical performance and personal development of Developers using coaching techniques to support their growth. You will have -

• Experience and enthusiasm to lead, support and develop technical teams towards success in their projects and individual careers

• A strong set of principles focused on your team and their personal performance, achievements and progression

• Be content in a technically hands-off role, you'll bring the technical authority to guide and mentor technical teams

• Experience overseeing the technical success of projects including working with other non-engineering colleagues (such as Product Owners and Designers)

• Experience facilitating and guiding technical initiatives with cross-functional technical teams

About us

At YBS we don’t have shareholders, we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here, you’ll be respected for who you are, you’ll be able to bring your whole self to work, and you’ll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.

Flexibility. We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it’s finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you.

Development. We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions, we’re committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one, we’ll set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan, all designed to get you up to speed quickly.

Inclusivity. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If you’ll go the extra mile to help our members, you’ll fit right in and feel you belong here.

About our Benefits

We offer lots of fantastic rewards that you can make the most of in and out of work, including:

• Holiday. You’ll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays, as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.

• Bonus. At YBS we work collaboratively and share in our success together, so when we reach our goals were all rewarded with an on target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%).

• Pension. We know how important it is to save towards the future, that’s why we’ll contribute up 11% into your YBS pension.

• Healthcare. Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS, when you join us you’ll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.

• My Benefits. When you join YBS you’ll have access to our self-service benefits portal, where you can access a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts.

Ready to apply?

If you’re excited about this role and want to be part of the YBS team, apply now to send us your application.

Want more information?

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Mike Peel on recruitment@ybs.co.uk

Please note applications are reviewed frequently therefore this role may close prior to the advertised closing date