Software Development Team Lead (London Area)

As people increasingly move across channels and platforms, Kantar Media’s data and audience measurement, targeting, analytics and advertising intelligence services unlock insights to inform powerful decision-making.

Working with panel and first-party data in over 80 countries, we have the world’s fastest growing cross-media measurement footprint, underpinned by versatility, scale, technology and expertise, to drive long-term business growth for our clients and partners.

Job Title: Software Development Team Lead

Location: London, Grays Inn Road

Full time/Permanent/Hybrid

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About the Project/Role

We are seeking a Software Development Team Lead with a strong focus on developing production-grade software, extensive experience with Azure services, and proficiency in Python, PySpark. As a Software Development Team Lead , you will manage a team of 3 engineers and collaborate with a third-party vendor to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

Job Role Requirements

• Development: Lead the design and development of high-quality, production-grade software solutions using Java, Python, and PySpark. Ensure code is optimized, scalable, and maintainable.
• Azure Expertise: Leverage Azure services extensively, particularly Azure Storage, for scalable cloud solutions. Ensure seamless integration with AWS S3 and implement secure data encryption/decryption practices.
• Python Implementation: Utilize Python, Pyspark for processing large datasets and integrating with cloud-based data solutions.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of 3 engineers, fostering best practices in software development and code quality.
• Vendor Collaboration: Work closely with third-party vendors to integrate their solutions, ensuring they meet our high standards for production environments.
• Workflow Automation: Utilize Airflow to automate and optimize workflows, ensuring efficient and reliable operations.

Required

• 5-7 years of experience in software development with a focus on production-grade code.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, and PySpark; experience with C++ is a plus.
• Deep expertise in Azure services, including Azure Storage, and familiarity with AWS S3.
• Strong understanding of data security, including encryption/decryption.
• Proven technical skills with experience collaborating with different teams and with third-party vendors.
• Soft Skills: communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Education: A bachelor’s degree in engineering, particularly in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, is highly desirable.

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