Java Tech Lead — Public Sector, 1-Year Contract

Opus Recruitment Solutions; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consultancy is seeking a Java Tech Lead for a 1-year contract in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves leadership and collaboration within Agile teams, utilizing essential technologies such as Java, AWS, and Docker. Candidates must have adaptability in communication and a background in engineering excellence. Security clearance (BPSS preferred) is required, with a hybrid work arrangement at least once a week onsite for team activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading tech teams.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Java/Spring

Node.js / Express / Next.js

CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI)

Mongo NoSQL databases

TDD + Unit testing

AWS Cloud Technologies (SQS/SNS/ECS/Lambda/KMS)

Apache Kafka

Docker/Containerization

Git

IaC (Terraform)

Job description

A technology consultancy is seeking a Java Tech Lead for a 1-year contract in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves leadership and collaboration within Agile teams, utilizing essential technologies such as Java, AWS, and Docker. Candidates must have adaptability in communication and a background in engineering excellence. Security clearance (BPSS preferred) is required, with a hybrid work arrangement at least once a week onsite for team activities.