Lead Developer
CV-LibraryMilton Keynes, BuckinghamshirepermanentPosted: 22 April 2026
Apply NowAstute's Renewables team is partnering with a specialist in operations and technology solutions for utility-scale renewable energy assets across the UK and Europe. We are recruiting for a Lead Developer to shape the technical direction, architecture, and AI strategy of a next-generation operational platform supporting large-scale solar and energy assets.
The role offers a salary of up to £70k depending on experience, along with the opportunity to work in a highly experienced and growing team within a stable and expanding renewable energy sector.
If you're a senior developer or technical lead looking to step into a strategic role with real influence over architecture, product direction, and AI adoption, please read on and apply below.
Responsibilities and Duties
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will
Define and own the platform architecture, technical standards, and system design approach
Set and manage the technical roadmap in line with operational and business priorities
Translate business and operational needs into clear, scalable technical solutions
Lead technical delivery across APIs, data models, integrations, and cloud infrastructure
Drive the use of AI across the platform, including predictive analytics and asset intelligence
Ensure AI solutions are secure, reliable, explainable, and fit for operational use
Lead and coordinate offshore development teams, including task allocation and technical guidance
Review technical outputs and act as escalation point for complex engineering issues
Oversee the full software development lifecycle, including CI/CD, testing, and releases
Ensure strong governance across documentation, system reliability, security, and compliance
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following
At least 3 years' software development experience, progressing into senior or lead-level roles
Strong full-stack development skills (e.g. React, Angular, Node.js, Python, Java, APIs)
Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL or similar)
Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Practical experience using AI-assisted development tools
Background in energy, engineering, or asset-heavy industries would be an advantage
Personal skills
We are looking for someone with the following
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to mentor and guide technical teams
Strong problem-solving ability in complex systems
Confident decision-maker with attention to quality and detail
Strong stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical teams
Salary and benefits of the Lead Developer role
Salary up to £70k depending on experience
Discretionary Company Bonus
25 days Holiday (Plus Bank Holidays)
Company Pension
Other company Benefits
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INDREN
Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful
The role offers a salary of up to £70k depending on experience, along with the opportunity to work in a highly experienced and growing team within a stable and expanding renewable energy sector.
If you're a senior developer or technical lead looking to step into a strategic role with real influence over architecture, product direction, and AI adoption, please read on and apply below.
Responsibilities and Duties
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will
Define and own the platform architecture, technical standards, and system design approach
Set and manage the technical roadmap in line with operational and business priorities
Translate business and operational needs into clear, scalable technical solutions
Lead technical delivery across APIs, data models, integrations, and cloud infrastructure
Drive the use of AI across the platform, including predictive analytics and asset intelligence
Ensure AI solutions are secure, reliable, explainable, and fit for operational use
Lead and coordinate offshore development teams, including task allocation and technical guidance
Review technical outputs and act as escalation point for complex engineering issues
Oversee the full software development lifecycle, including CI/CD, testing, and releases
Ensure strong governance across documentation, system reliability, security, and compliance
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following
At least 3 years' software development experience, progressing into senior or lead-level roles
Strong full-stack development skills (e.g. React, Angular, Node.js, Python, Java, APIs)
Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL or similar)
Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Practical experience using AI-assisted development tools
Background in energy, engineering, or asset-heavy industries would be an advantage
Personal skills
We are looking for someone with the following
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to mentor and guide technical teams
Strong problem-solving ability in complex systems
Confident decision-maker with attention to quality and detail
Strong stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical teams
Salary and benefits of the Lead Developer role
Salary up to £70k depending on experience
Discretionary Company Bonus
25 days Holiday (Plus Bank Holidays)
Company Pension
Other company Benefits
#LI-MN1
INDREN
Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful