Lead Software EngineerRate: £600 a dayIR 35 Determination: Outside IR35Location: BristolWorking Pattern: 20% onsiteClearance: SC Clearance requiredOverview: Technical Leadership, Operational and People Management, Technical direction of complex projectsA global defence technology consultancy OLE are looking for an experienced Lead Software Engineer to provide hands-on leadership across a high-priority software delivery programme.This is a senior contractor role requiring a self-starter who can quickly understand a complex problem domain, translate requirements into actionable deliverables, and drive engineering teams to successful outcomes.You will act as the technical and delivery focal point for multiple workstreams, ensuring work is sequenced, risks are managed, progress is unblocked, and the programme maintains momentum.This role blends technical leadership, delivery ownership, and stakeholder management, and is ideal for someone with a background in leading engineering teams in fast-moving, high-pressure environments.Key ResponsibilitiesDelivery andamp; ExecutionLeadership andamp; DirectionStakeholder ManagementOperational ManagementPeople andamp; CapabilityYour technical skills and experienceStrong background as a Lead Software Engineer or Technical Delivery Lead.Ability to rapidly understand new technical problem spaces and system architectures.Experience guiding developers across multiple languages/frameworks (eg, Python, C#, .NET).Strong understanding of secure ..... full job details .....