Java Technical Lead - Inside IR35

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

Overview

I am working with a consultancy feeding into the public sector looking for a Java Tech Lead to join on a 1 year contract.

Contract Information

Inside IR35.

Location

Newcastle beneficial but not essential (1x a week initially, then onsite for team exercises).

Security Clearance

BPSS (SC preferred / SC eligible).

Essential Technical 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)

Essential Behavioural Skills

• Leadership skills, Agile mindset and awareness/Ways of working, Adaptable communication with stakeholders (technical to layman), Able to see things from the big picture (e.g. Agent and Apply Squad product focus)
• Understanding of engineering excellence across services (GDS services)
• Coaching and mentorship for fellow tech team, collaborative, Growth mindset, creative and innovative, problem solving skills
• Set tech standards
• Understand civil service