Lead Full-Stack Java Developer - SC Cleared

Searchability; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist technology consultancy in London is seeking a Lead Full Stack Java Developer with SC Clearance. You will guide a team in developing secure applications while collaborating with architects and DevOps. The role demands strong Java and Spring Boot experience, along with a proven capability in full-stack solutions. The consultancy offers a competitive salary and a collaborative environment focused on development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Active SC Clearance (or eligible for clearance).
• Strong Java and Spring Boot development experience.
• Proven experience delivering full-stack solutions with modern frameworks.
• Good knowledge of microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Experience with cloud environments like AWS.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team delivering scalable, secure full-stack solutions.
• Design and maintain Java-based back-end services and front-end interfaces.
• Collaborate on system design and integration patterns.
• Ensure code quality and maintainability through reviews.
• Contribute to DevOps pipelines and CI/CD practices.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Full-stack development

React

Angular

Vue

Microservices

RESTful APIs

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Tools

AWS

CI/CD pipelines

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Lead Full Stack Java Developer – SC Cleared

NEW PERMANENT OPPORTUNITY FOR A LEAD FULL-STACK JAVA DEVELOPER IN LONDON WITH SC CLEARANCE

• Location: London (Hybrid)
• Salary: £80,000 – £95,000 per annum
• Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
• To apply: email [e-mail]

The Company

Join a specialist technology consultancy delivering complex, mission-critical projects across UK Government and national security sectors. You’ll be part of a collaborative, engineering-focused environment where innovation, reliability, and technical excellence drive everything they do. Their teams work closely with public sector clients to design, build, and modernise secure systems that underpin national operations — tackling some of the most demanding challenges in government technology.

The Role

As a Lead Full Stack Java Developer, you will guide a small team of engineers while remaining hands-on in the design and development of high-performance, secure applications. You’ll play a key role across the full software lifecycle — from architecture and development to deployment and continuous improvement — ensuring solutions meet stringent performance and security standards. You’ll work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with architects, DevOps specialists, and delivery leads to drive best practices and technical excellence across projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of developers delivering scalable, secure full-stack solutions for critical government systems.
• Design, build, and maintain Java-based back-end services and modern front-end interfaces.
• Collaborate with architects and technical leads to define system design and integration patterns.
• Ensure code quality, maintainability, and performance through code reviews and mentoring.
• Contribute to DevOps pipelines and CI/CD practices in secure environments.
• Champion engineering best practices and continuous improvement within the team.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Active SC Clearance (or eligible and willing to undergo clearance).
• Strong Java and Spring Boot development experience.
• Proven experience delivering full-stack solutions (e.g. React, Angular, or Vue).
• Good knowledge of microservices, RESTful APIs, and containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Experience working with AWS or other cloud environments.
• Understanding of secure software design and deployment in government or defence contexts.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.

Desirable

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Ansible).
• Exposure to Agile and DevSecOps delivery models.

Why Apply?

• High-impact work on systems that directly support UK Government missions.
• Technical autonomy and input into architecture and design decisions.
• Collaborative culture with a focus on professional growth.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

If you’re an experienced Full Stack Java Developer with SC Clearance who thrives on tackling complex challenges and leading technical teams, this is a chance to make a meaningful impact on projects that truly matter. Apply now to discuss this opportunity in more detail.