Lead Software Engineer

Summit Recruitment & Search
📍 Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted March 01, 2026

Job Description

Lead Software Developer
Location: Nairobi, Kenya (Onsite Role)
Salary: 180,000 – 240,000 (Do not apply if you are above the budget)
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Software Developer to spearhead a key software development initiative. The role involves providing technical leadership, managing a development team, overseeing system architecture, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to drive innovation and collaboration across teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and support a team of software developers, fostering a culture of excellence, ownership, and continuous improvement
Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and documentation
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define technical requirements, architecture, and delivery timelines

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Job Details

  • Location Nairobi, Nairobi County
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Other-General
  • Posted Date March 01, 2026
  • Application Deadline April 10, 2026