Griffiths Waite Limited

Joining Griffiths Waite (GW) as a Lead Engineer offers an outstanding opportunity for professional growth and development. At GW, we pride ourselves on strong engineering principles, forward-thinking use of AI, and a commitment to rapid, high-quality delivery - creating an ideal environment to sharpen your skills and grow your career. We're looking for Engineers who are enthusiastic, curious, and open to new ideas and perspectives. You should bring a strong desire to learn, a proactive mindset, and a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do. About Us Griffiths Waite is a forward-thinking software company that specialises in creating innovative solutions for enterprise clients. Our mission is to design intuitive, user-centric digital products that deliver exceptional value and lasting impact. Our core values define who we are: Brilliance - We move with purpose, innovate boldly, and simplify complexity to deliver high-impact results with clarity and speed. Trust - We build lasting relationships through integrity, transparency, and a deep commitment to our clients' best interests. Collaboration - We work together openly and supportively, believing that true success is a shared achievement. Ownership - We take responsibility for what we deliver, stay solution-focused, and always follow through on our promises. If these values resonate with you, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing as a Lead Engineer As a Lead Engineer at Griffiths Waite, you'll be a key driver in a cross-functional agile team, helping to build high-quality software solutions for our enterprise clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across the full development lifecycle and grow your skills in a supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include: Drive technical excellence - Ensure your team consistently delivers high-quality, reliable, and scalable technical solutions, raising the bar for engineering standards. Shape technical strategy - Align the team's technical direction with product goals and broader business objectives, helping define the long-term technical roadmap. Optimise delivery and efficiency - Identify opportunities to improve development workflows, pipelines, and processes, promoting continuous improvement across teams. Partner with stakeholders - Build strong, trust-based relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, clearly communicating the value and impact of your team's work. Fostering collaboration and empowerment - Delegate effectively, provide clear direction, and create an environment of accountability, autonomy, and mutual support. Mentor and develop others - Invest in people by guiding team members, strengthening technical capabilities, and supporting career growth within and beyond your team. Influencing strategy - Serve as a trusted technical advisor to leadership, ensuring engineering decisions align with long-term product and organizational strategy. What we are looking for - Skills Experience and knowledge that would be ideally suited to this role includes: Experience with React and Next.js for frontend development Familiarity with Node.js API development using frameworks like Fastify, Express Experience using API testing tools such as Postman or Bruno Exposure to document and relational databases (e.g. Oracle, MongoDB) Experience leading cross functional teams Experience building client relationships We'd also expect competency with: Version control systems like Git CI/CD pipelines, preferably using Azure Pipelines or similar tools Project management platforms, such as Azure Boards We're passionate about driving value with AI, so any experience integrating with LLMs is a great bonus! This role offers the chance to work with a wide variety of technologies and continually expand your skillset. What We're Looking For - Behaviours That Matter We're looking for individuals who not only bring technical ability but also the right mindset and attitude. The behaviours we value most include: A genuine curiosity to learn - someone who asks questions, explores the solution in depth, and takes the time to understand both the client and the product. Strong communication skills, speaking clearly and confidently while building strong relationships with team members and stakeholders. An openness to constructive feedback, seeing it as a tool for growth and improvement. A friendly, approachable attitude that contributes to a supportive and collaborative team culture. A clear passion for software development, with a focus on delivering quality. A desire to stay current with emerging technologies and best practices, while encouraging a culture of continuous learning and innovation. What we offer Salary range of Up to £75,000 per annum 25 days of annual leave plus all UK bank holidays Growth & Development Professional development and training opportunities Opportunities for skill mastery and mentoring Work on innovative projects with a talented team Small consultancy where everyone's opinion counts Flexible working hours and remote work options Collaborative and supportive company culture Strong client relationships with daily contact Regular company celebrations (Summer and Christmas Parties!) Office minutes from New Street Station Right in the heart of Birmingham City Centre Gym and fitness studio How to Apply Send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you're a great fit for this role to: We're excited to see your work and learn more about you! Delivering transformational software Floor 6 Centre City, 5-7 Hill Street, Birmingham, B5 4UA