Technical Lead - Defence

IBM; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm based in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Technical Lead to design and develop robust enterprise applications. This role requires expertise in Java and web technologies, along with strong leadership skills to guide development teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in software architecture and a passion for driving innovation in application development.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Regular promotion opportunities

Flexible working approaches

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Private medical and dental cover

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale enterprise applications using Java and web technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of Java frameworks and web technologies.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles and patterns.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable enterprise application architectures using Java.
• Collaborate with teams to understand business and technical requirements.
• Guide the development team in best practices for software architecture.

Skills

Java frameworks (Spring, Hibernate)

HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript

Microservices architecture

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Jenkins

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Technical Lead specialising in Java and web technologies to lead the design and development of robust, scalable, and secure enterprise applications. This role is ideal for a professional who can drive innovation and excellence in our organisation's software development initiatives. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute to cutting-edge software development initiatives and shape the future of our organisation's digital transformation using Java and web technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable enterprise application architectures using Java and web technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business and technical requirements, translating them into effective application designs.
• Guide the development team in best practices for software architecture, ensuring adherence to industry standards and emerging trends.
• Stay current with Java and web technologies, driving innovation and continuous improvement in our application development practices.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and developers, fostering a culture of excellence and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and implementing large-scale enterprise applications using Java and web technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of Java frameworks like Spring, Hibernate, and web technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks like React or Angular.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles and patterns, and experience with microservices, event-driven architectures, and cloud-native development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex systems, identifying areas for optimization and improvement.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. However, for you to be eligible for this role, you must have the valid right to work in the UK. We do not offer visa sponsorship and have no future plans to do so. You must be a resident in the UK and have been living continuously in the UK for the last 10 years. You must be able to hold or gain a UK government security clearance.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Knowledge of data engineering and experience with big data technologies like Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation, such as using Jenkins, GitLab, or CircleCI.

Benefits and additional information

• Many training opportunities from classroom to e-learning, mentoring and coaching programs and the chance to gain industry recognized certifications
• Regular and frequent promotion opportunities to ensure you can drive and develop your career with us
• Feedback and checkpoints throughout the year
• Diversity & Inclusion as an essential and authentic component of our culture through policies and employee support networks
• A culture where your ideas for growth and innovation are always welcome
• Internal recognition programs for peer-to-peer appreciation as well as manager-to-employee recognition
• Tools and policies to support work-life balance, including flexible working approaches, sabbatical programs, paid paternity/maternity leave, and a maternity returners scheme
• Traditional benefits such as 25 days holiday (plus public holidays), private medical, dental & optical cover, online shopping discounts, Employee Assistance Program, life assurance, and a group personal pension plan