Software Engineering Lead

Join a Diverse, Supportive, and Inclusive Team

We invite applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply for the Software Engineering Lead position at ICIS. If you have a passion for building reliable, high-quality software and want to help shape a collaborative and inclusive environment, we want to hear from you.

About the Business

At ICIS, our mission is to optimize the world’s resources by providing transparency and insight to global markets. We support companies in making strategic, sustainable decisions across commodities value chains. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion means we welcome and support colleagues from all walks of life. To learn more about ICIS, visit https://www.icis.com/explore

About the Team

We work in collaborative Squads made up of individuals with varied backgrounds and skill sets. We foster open communication, shared learning, and mutual support, ensuring each team member’s unique experiences and perspectives are valued. Everyone’s voice matters as we pursue our shared goals together.

About the Role

As a Software Engineering Lead, you will use your technical expertise and leadership skills to guide your Squad, setting and reinforcing best practices alongside other Lead Engineers and the Engineering Manager. We provide flexibility, mentorship, and opportunities for growth, supporting your development while encouraging you to support others. You will initially play a key role in the agile development of a specialist data platform vital to our Energy and Chemical Markets Reporting and Intelligence activities. You will also have the opportunity to innovate and contribute to other exciting projects and products, both internal and customer-facing. Work and responsibilities will span all aspects of the I.C.I.S Technology data and product platforms, including back-end, browser-based user interface, complex data modelling, visualization and mapping, pricing and prediction algorithms as well as new features and incremental enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, and your team to develop platform features and manage the Squad’s backlog.

• Participate in designing solutions, reviewing technical documentation, and helping create an inclusive, innovative, and respectful team culture.

• Develop and maintain APIs and web interfaces for a variety of users.

• Help build robust automated tests to support a reliable and accessible system.

• Take shared responsibility for code quality, application performance, and the deployment pipeline from concept to release.

• Share knowledge and mentor others, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and growth.

• Support applications and platforms, including participation in support rotation as needed, with consideration for personal needs and accessibility.

• Encourage and assist junior team members and participate in wider technology initiatives to improve our engineering practices.

Requirements

• Experience with server-side web applications, ideally using C# and the .NET Framework (including .NET Core). Candidates with equivalent skills in other technologies are encouraged to apply.

• Some knowledge of front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), with an openness to working with frameworks like React. Willingness to learn is valued as much as prior experience.

• Familiarity with modern databases (we use MongoDB, but experience with any database technology is welcome).

• Ability to communicate technical concepts in an accessible way to diverse audiences.

• Experience working collaboratively on technical projects within a team environment.

• Understanding of version control systems (such as Git) and willingness to work with cloud platforms (such as AWS).

• Interest in modern infrastructure and deployment techniques (e.g., Infrastructure as Code) is appreciated, but not required.

• Demonstrated enthusiasm for software development, continuous improvement, and high-quality code. Experience using AI coding tools (like GitHub Copilot) is a plus but not mandatory.

• Experience leading or coordinating technical work, or a strong desire to grow into a leadership role.

Preferred / Bonus Skills

• System administration or configuration management experience.

• Familiarity with relational database systems (e.g., SQL Server).

• Experience designing or maintaining HTTP APIs.

• Experience working with large data sets or scalable systems.

• Background in commodity-related development, especially in the Energy or Chemicals sectors.

We do not expect candidates to possess every skill listed. If you are excited about this role and bring relevant experience, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to supporting your growth and development.

Core Competencies

• Commitment to delivering value to our users through innovative and accessible solutions.

• Ability to proactively identify and address challenges, working constructively with your team.

• Willingness to engage with data from diverse sources and collaborate with domain experts as needed.

• Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on understanding and addressing stakeholder needs.

• Desire to foster learning, share knowledge, and help your team succeed in a supportive environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

ICIS is dedicated to creating a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and accessible to all. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the application process, please let us know. We are committed to supporting you throughout your journey with us.

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