Lead Java Developer

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performing financial consultancy is seeking a Lead Java Developer to lead a major project for their largest client, a globally recognized investment bank. In this hands-on leadership role, you will work with low-latency, high-performance Java to build real-time systems and lead a critical data migration initiative. This contract is outside IR35, offering up to £650 per day, primarily remote with occasional meetings in London.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with data migration strategies and ETL processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Previous team leadership or mentorship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a major project for a globally recognized investment bank.
• Work with low-latency, high-performance Java to build real-time systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers.

Skills

Data migration strategies

ETL processes

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Job description

Job Title: Lead Java Developer, London (City of London)

Client:

trg.recruitment

Location:

London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

A high-performing financial consultancy is seeking a Lead Java Developer to lead a major project for their largest client, a globally recognised investment bank.

In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll work with low-latency, high-performance Java to build real-time systems and lead a critical data migration initiative, helping modernise the bank’s legacy infrastructure. You’ll also provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers.

• Strong experience with data migration strategies and ETL processes
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
• Previous team leadership or mentorship experience is a plus

This contract is outside IR35, offering up to £650 per day. While the role is primarily remote, candidates should be flexible to attend occasional meetings in London as needed.