Lead Full Stack Developer

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital engineering practice is seeking a Lead Full Stack Developer to join their remote-first team. In this hands-on role, you will lead the development of web applications, shape technical architecture, and collaborate within Agile teams. The ideal candidate will have expertise in React, Python, and a passion for mentoring and developing talent within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday plus option to purchase additional days

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous dental, optical, and hearing coverage

Birthday and work anniversary gifts

Support for charitable initiatives

Personal development budget

Qualifications

• Experience with React and modern web applications required.
• Leadership experience in a technical delivery role preferred.
• Willingness to undergo Security Clearance (SC) if not currently held.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery and project architecture.
• Collaborate with teams for secure and maintainable systems.
• Take on line management responsibilities as role matures.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Agile Methodology

Secure Coding Practices

Education

Computer Science Degree

Software Development Degree

Tools

React

TypeScript

Python

Node.js

.NET

Ruby

Azure

GitHub Actions

Job description

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Direct reports: Yes (initially none, growing over time)

Location: Remote-first with occasional travel to client sites or team meet-ups (typically quarterly)

The successful candidate must hold British Citizenship, due to our work in the defence sector.

About Us

Ntegra is a dynamic, forward-thinking digital engineering practice that partners with global businesses to deliver impactful digital solutions. You'll tackle complex projects across a diverse range of global industries, delivering meaningful results. If you're passionate about technology and want to make an impact, join us to develop your career in a supportive, innovation-driven environment. Learn more about our work at https://www.ntegra.com/work.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Lead Full Stack Developer to join our Product Engineering team. This is a hands-on technical role initially focused on leading the development of modern web applications across multiple client projects. You'll help shape technical architecture, contribute directly to code and collaborate closely with Agile teams to deliver secure and maintainable software solutions.

Our projects primarily utilise React and TypeScript for front-end development with varied back-end technologies including Python, Node.js, .NET and Ruby. You'll benefit from robust DevOps support, established delivery processes and the autonomy to shape how we approach and deliver projects.

Over time, as trust and familiarity grow, you'll progress into a leadership role with responsibility for mentoring and managing a small team of developers. We're looking for someone who thrives on problem-solving, is passionate about developing talent and enjoys adapting their expertise to new domains and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery, shaping project architecture and delivery strategies
• Lead backlog shaping and estimation activities, ensuring consistently high-quality code through code reviews and testing practices
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and delivery leads to deliver secure, maintainable systems
• Participate in workshops, demos and discussions with internal teams and clients
• Contribute to the development of internal delivery standards and team culture
• Take on line management responsibilities as the role matures, including conducting 1:1s, providing performance feedback and supporting career development.
• Working knowledge of Python with a willingness to engage across varied tech stacks
• Experience with Azure and cloud-native development practices
• Proficiency with both relational and NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with microservice architectures and common integration patterns
• Hands-on experience delivering in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Proven use of CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab)
• Confident communicator experienced in collaborating directly with clients and internal delivery teams
• Ability to support teammates, lead development ceremonies and actively contribute to QA and testing processes
• Willingness and ability to undergo a Security Clearance (SC) application if not a current holder
• A Computer Science, Software Development or related degree
• Exposure or interest in additional frameworks/languages (.NET, Ruby on Rails, Go) or willingness to learn new technologies
• Experience with secure coding practices and awareness of software assurance principles
• Active SC clearance

Our Offer

At Ntegra, we offer an inspiring and inclusive work environment, where your expertise will be valued and your ideas will have a real impact. We’re a truly flexible organisation, remote-first by default, and give our people the autonomy to shape their roles with the support of an experienced team. Join our talented and passionate team and build a rewarding, long-term career in digital engineering.

Our benefits include:

• Private medical insurance through Vitality, including rewards, discounts and wellness benefits
• 25 days holiday (rising with service) plus option to purchase up to 5 extra days
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Generous dental, optical and hearing coverage
• Birthday and work anniversary gifts
• Support for charitable initiatives throughout the year
• Dedicated personal development budget to support continuous learning and professional growth

Your Application

If this job sounds interesting to you, even if you don’t meet all the listed requirements, we’d love to hear from you. If your CV seems like a good match, someone from our team will be in touch to set up a screening call.

We’re committed to inclusivity and are happy to provide any adjustments or support throughout your application.

We do not use recruitment agencies and only accept direct applications.