Lead Java Developer

Syntax Consultancy; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global IT transformation business is seeking a Lead Java Developer based in Leeds with hybrid working conditions. The role requires strong expertise in Full Stack Java development, AWS cloud services, and secure systems design. The successful candidate will work with the team to deliver large-scale Government digital modernisation projects, enjoying a salary of up to £85,000 plus a bonus and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Hybrid working

10% bonus

Qualifications

• Strong front-end and back-end development experience required.
• Must have AWS Associate Developer accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and implementing secure systems.
• Supporting the development and operation of Java software solutions.

Skills

Full Stack Java Development

AWS Cloud Services

Java

Spring Boot

AngularJS

Jenkins

Node.js

DevOps Practices

Secure Systems Design

Tools

Gitlab

CloudFormation

Maven

Docker

Fortify on Demand

SonarQube

Karate

Gherkin

Cypress

Jest

Groovy

Bash

Typescript

Job description

Lead Java Developer

Leeds (Hybrid)

Permanent

to £85,000 (DOE)

Lead Java Developer / Technical Lead needed for a permanent career opportunity based in Leeds (Hybrid). Start ideally Dec 2025 / Jan 2026.

Hybrid Working - 2 days / week remote (WFH), and 3 days / week working on-site from the Leeds office.

A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in delivering large-scale Government digital modernisation projects.

Key skills, experience to include :

• Full Stack Java Developer needed with strong front-end and back-end development experience.
• Strong AWS Cloud Services experience including : ECR, ECS, Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, Step Functions, Apigee).
• Must be highly proficient in Java, Spring Boot, AngularJS, Jenkins, and Node 10.
• Designing, developing + implementing secure systems, and understanding DevOps practices.
• Supporting the development + operation of Java software solutions with secure tools and environments.
• Technical Environment : Gitlab, CloudFormation, Maven, Docker, Fortify on Demand, SonarQube, Karate, Gherkin, Cypress, Jest, Groovy, Bash, Typescript, Karate, Cypress.
• AWS Associate Developer accreditation preferred.

Benefits : Salary to £85k (DOE) + Hybrid + 10% Bonus +...