Lead Software Engineer

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Software Engineer to join our engineering teams working initially on our Credit Card solution. You will be a key member in our agile engineering teams, working with both supplier and in-house resource building on a platform already established in Poland, which forms a key part of our growth strategy, expanding the Credit Card offering into our other European markets.

If you have a passion for solving complex challenges, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine and grow with us as we build a better world through financial inclusion.

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity to work for us as a Lead Software Engineer based in our UK Head Office on Whitehall Road, Leeds which is a short walk from Leeds Train Station. The office has been designed as a collaborative space supporting hybrid working.

You will act as a subject matter expert in software engineering. You will lead the design implementation and re-engineering of business-critical software systems using appropriate techniques, principles and patterns and to contribute to the delivery of the Group IT Strategy.

You will lead a SCRUM development team, or teams, of software professionals whose role it is to design, develop and test software to deliver and enhance the functionality of IPF’s in house developed Credit Card solution, a key product in IPF’s financial portfolio.

This is a great opportunity to gain experience of commercial applications development with the Group IT Department of in a global financial services organisation. Our tech stack consists of .NET microservices, .NET Web Api’s, Xamarin Android application, and cloud native AWS infrastructure, all built and deployed using fully automated pipelines in Azure DevOps.

Your day-to-day activities are likely to include the following:

• Maintain an up to date working knowledge of industry best practice in the areas of software engineering and development to ensure that software systems are appropriately designed and developed to be cost effective, functional, secure, and performant.

• Work with the Architecture team and the Solution Delivery teams to contribute to and maintain awareness of architectural direction ensuring solutions are aligned to IT strategy.

• Manage the timely delivery of software solutions in a variety of technology areas, matching the business requirements to the technology and shaping appropriate solutions across multiple global and market systems.

• Be responsible for the technical management of external suppliers, leading internal and external teams to delivery software solutions in a variety of technology areas; this includes taking responsibility for the technical management of external suppliers, their adherence to development standards and practices and acting as a subject matter expert and point of contact for external suppliers and resources within the development team.

• Take accountability to ensure that various applications and systems perform to user expectations and are continuously improved and maintained and in doing so ensure their ongoing availability to system users.

• Investigate business issues and technology problems, providing innovate solutions quickly and efficiently to ensure solutions remain functional.

• Provide strategic expert advice and consultation on the development and implementation of effective Group and market IT solutions.
• Be the primary point of contact representing the development team, or teams, and communicating regularly regarding the status of current software delivery activities so that all interested parties are kept informed of progress against plans.

What are we looking for?

Here’s what experience we need from you:

• Ideally from a financial services background
• A proven track record of excellent software development capabilities within various SDLC models, with a focus on agile delivery, particularly the SCRUM development framework in a variety of technology environments (Git, JIRA, Confluence)
• Seen as an expert in .Net, C# and Amazon Web Services (Developer)
• Experienced in Azure Dev Ops
• An enthusiastic team leader, collaborator and mentor to other developers
• Shows an inquisitive drive to self-learn, keep abreast of the latest tools, skills and ways of working
• Ability to work independently, take responsibility and lead a team of software developers.

Why join International Personal Finance?

At IPF, our purpose is to build a better world through financial inclusion, and we play a crucial role in society helping people who are often financially excluded to access simple, personal, and affordable finance and a variety of great value home, medical and life insurance to help them and their families.

If you work for us, you’ll be joining a truly international team of 22,000 people working in 9 countries, and across 3 continents, who are driven to build a better world for our customers.

Our culture is focused on doing what’s right for our customers, colleagues, and communities. Join us, and you will be empowered to develop yourself within a business that’s exciting, fast-moving, and inspiring.

Here at IPF we offer a vibrant and fast-moving environment with a continuous and stimulating pipeline of business change. We support a complex technology landscape within a cutting-edge cloud ecosystem where you will directly and positively influence its evolution and enhancement.

What can we offer you?

The culture at IPF is driven by our shared values. People are put first, we access differences and encourage individuality. Due to our flat business structure, we enjoy collaborating together.

• Meaningful Work- Contribute to shaping a sustainable future and making a real difference.
• Professional Growth-Join a dynamic team dedicated to continuous learning and development, with opportunities to lead and innovate.
• Inclusive Culture- Be part of a diverse and inclusive work environment that values and respects every team member.

Your total rewards package at IPF:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual performance related bonus: On target 25.2% or higher dependant on both Company and individual performance
• Generous employer pension contribution of 10%
• Car allowance of £6,000 per annum
• Hybrid working set-up for all colleagues
• Free office parking in Leeds City Centre
• 25 days annual holiday entitlement rising incrementally to 28 days after 5 years complete service, plus the opportunity to purchase an additional week of the annual leave
• Life Assurance cover providing a lump sum of 3x your annual salary
• Group Income Protection cover of 50% of your base salary
• Company funded Private Medical Insurance for you and your family
• Give As You Earn scheme which allows you to make regular donations to charity from your salary before tax and National Insurance is deducted
• Save As You Earn scheme, a risk free, long-term savings plan, which gives you the opportunity to buy shares in our company at a discounted price
• Menopause Plan which provides access to experienced menopause trained GPs as well as 24/7 anytime healthline for unlimited nurse advice
• Our newly launched Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• A salary sacrifice Ride to Work scheme where you can save 26-40% on the cost of a new bike and accessories
• Access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to our Employee Assistance Programme for practical advice and information covering a wide range of topics.

…and much more!

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable support to any candidate requiring support to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. Please contact our HR Team who can support you with any queries regarding this hramind2@ipfin.co.uk.