Lead Software Developer - Dynamics 365 CE

Are you experienced in Dynamics 365 CE and ready to take ownership of how a platform is designed, built, and governed? We are looking for a Lead Software Developer to take technical ownership of our clients Dynamics 365 CE platform. This is a hands-on role with responsibility for setting direction, improving engineering quality, and leading a small team. The role Reporting into the Software Development Manager, you will act as the technical lead for Dynamics 365 CE, shaping how the platform is used across the organisation and ensuring solutions are robust, supportable, and aligned. You will focus on • Owning the Dynamics 365 CE platform, setting the technical direction and ensuring solutions align with architecture and constraints • Designing and developing plugins, workflows, and integrations using C#/.NET • Reviewing code and technical designs to improve quality and consistency across teams • Defining and embedding engineering standards for Dynamics 365 CE delivery • Line managing a small team of data engineers, setting priorities and supporting their development • Identifying technical risks and platform limitations early, making them visible • Improving data quality and reducing integration issues between Dynamics and downstream systems What it is in it for you • Opportunity to help shape the software development processes • Showcase your software development skills and technical capability • Develop strong working relationships at all levels to make sure that services are in line with our standards. • Work collaboratively with other areas of our organisation to deliver key projects. What we are looking for • Proven experience line managing or mentoring engineers • Strong hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 CE / Dataverse • Experience developing C#/.NET plugins and custom workflows • Ability to set technical direction and review designs and code • Experience managing Dynamics solutions across environments • Good understanding of integration patterns and data flows • Ability to identify risks and challenge poor technical decisions • Experience working in Agile teams using Azure DevOps Remote working with occasional visit to Birmingham office Salary to £60k per annum (+ excellent pension and benefits package)