Lead Java Developer

TXP; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm is seeking a Lead Java Developer to join their innovative team. In this hands-on role, you will deliver solutions for Central Government projects and mentor junior developers. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with Java, Git, and cloud technologies like AWS, as well as live SC Clearance. The position supports remote working with occasional travel requirements, offering a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the public sector.

Responsibilities

• Deliver solutions for Central Government projects.
• Work in Agile Scrum teams alongside other developers.
• Responsible for design, code quality, and mentoring.

Skills

Java (Spring Boot)

Git / DevOps

MongoDB

Kubernetes

AWS

Live and valid SC Clearance

Job description

Lead Java Developer

Location: Remote working with occasional travel

Contract: Inside IR35, initially until the end of March

Clearance: Due to the nature of the project and turnaround time - SC Clearance will need to be live and active.

Role Summary

We are seeking a Lead Java Developer with proven experience delivering solutions for Central Government projects. You will work in Agile Scrum teams alongside Java Engineers, Front-end Developers, and Quality Engineers to modernise legacy services into scalable, cloud-aligned platforms. This is a hands‑on technical leadership role, responsible for design, code quality, and mentoring.

Skills and experience required

• Java (Spring Boot)
• Git / DevOps
• MongoDB
• Kubernetes
• AWS
• Live and valid SC Clearance

If you are interested in the role and would like to apply, please click on the link for immediate consideration