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Sitecore Lead Developer - Leading global EdTech - UK, Remote (occasional visits to HQ - Once a Month) Company Overview: Join a leading global EdTech organization that has recently secured significant funding to enhance its digital platforms. The company is focused on innovation in education and expanding its global reach through cutting-edge technology. Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Sitecore Lead Developer to manage a squad of 3-6 developers and oversee a portfolio of around 100 sites, while staying hands-on with technical Sitecore projects. You’ll lead the team, drive technical decisions, mentor junior developers, and ensure the delivery of scalable, high-quality Sitecore solutions. You will have a strong focus on Agile methodologies, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and engineering best practices. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a development squad (3-6 developers) to deliver Sitecore projects. Oversee a portfolio of approximately 100 sites, ensuring high standards of performance, security, and scalability. Stay hands-on with Sitecore development, contributing to coding, testing, and architectural decisions. Ensure adherence to Agile methodologies, TDD, and engineering best practices Drive technical standards, ensuring code quality and efficient, scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives. Mentor and support junior developers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. Work with global teams to meet project timelines and ensure alignment across regions. Stay current with Sitecore and industry trends, driving continuous improvements. Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Sitecore Lead Developer, with strong leadership and mentoring skills. Extensive hands-on experience with Sitecore CMS, .NET, and C#. Strong expertise in Agile methodologies, TDD, and engineering best practices. Experience managing a large portfolio of websites and delivering complex Sitecore projects. Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and DevOps practices is a plus. Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. For more information please send your CV to us at saskia.munks@lafosse.com and kamni.sharma@lafosse.com.