Lead Web Developer

Oscar Technology; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global software provider in Leeds seeks a Lead Web Developer to oversee a major front-end modernization project. You will lead design and development using React and TypeScript while mentoring junior developers. This role demands strong experience in full-stack development and a passion for architectural excellence. Join a skilled engineering team and enjoy benefits including hybrid working, private health insurance, and ongoing training. Seize this opportunity to make a significant impact!

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid and flexible working options

Private health insurance and life cover

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Sick pay

Qualifications

• 7 years' commercial full-stack development experience.
• 2 years in a senior or technical leadership capacity.
• Strong experience with modern web technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of full-stack web applications.
• Drive a key front-end migration project.
• Define and uphold best engineering practices.
• Mentor and support junior developers.
• Ensure performance, scalability, and security.

Skills

React

TypeScript

Java

Spring

Hibernate

RESTful APIs

SQL

Front-end tooling

Mentorship

Job description

Lead Web Developer (React | TypeScript | Java | Spring)

Leeds City Centre, 4 days per week in office | £60, - £70

I'm currently partnered with a global software provider delivering data‑driven, high‑performance web applications. They are looking for a Lead Web Developer to take ownership of a major front‑end modernisation project and help guide the next phase of their product development.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced developer who thrives in a technical leadership role – someone who enjoys setting architectural direction, mentoring engineers, and remaining hands‑on with code.

The role

• Lead the design and development of full‑stack web applications using React and TypeScript on the front end, and Java / Spring on the back end.
• Drive a key front‑end migration project to deliver a cleaner, faster, and more scalable user experience.
• Define and uphold best engineering practices, performing code reviews and ensuring high‑quality, maintainable code.
• Mentor and support junior and mid‑level developers, fostering collaboration and growth across the team.
• Ensure performance, scalability, and security across all deployed applications.

About you

• 7 years' commercial full‑stack development experience
• 2 years in a senior or technical leadership capacity
• Strong experience with React, TypeScript, Java, Spring, and Hibernate
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs, SQL, and front‑end tooling (Redux, React Query, testing frameworks)
• A passion for clean architecture, reusable code, and exceptional user experience

Why join

You'll be joining an established technology business operating on a global scale, working with a highly skilled engineering team who value collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence. This is a great opportunity to make a real impact – owning architecture, guiding modernisation, and shaping product direction.

Benefits include

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Private health insurance and life cover
• Enhanced maternity / paternity leave
• Sick pay

Ongoing training and development support

If you're a hands‑on developer with a passion for modern web technologies and technical leadership, APPLY NOW!