Digital Developer – Lead

Senior Java Developer / Technical Lead – Contract Start Date: ASAP Locations: Manchester Hybrid Working: Minimum 40% onsite £800 P/D Ir35 Screening: BPSS (Basic Disclosure) A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Java Developer Technical Lead to join a high-performing digital delivery environment. This role is ideal for someone passionate about engineering excellence, modern software delivery practices, and leading teams to build scalable, reliable, and secure services. As a Technical Lead, you will provide technical direction and hands-on expertise while supporting and mentoring a team of Java Developers. You will work across backend systems, APIs, high-traffic platforms, and large-scale data environments, helping to drive best practice and continuous improvement across the engineering function. Key Responsibilities • Lead, mentor, and support a team of Java Developers. • Design, build, and maintain APIs for internal and external use. • Develop automated test suites and contribute to CI/CD and continuous deployment pipelines. • Provide 2nd-line technical support across key platforms and applications. • Deliver and enhance server-side web applications and backend services. • Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders. • Perform system administration and configuration management tasks. • Work with large datasets, ensuring robust, scalable processing and storage. • Build and support high-traffic web applications with strong architectural practices. • Drive improvements in performance, stability, and scalability. Required Skills & Experience • Strong background as a Java Developer, Lead Engineer, or Technical Lead. • Proven experience guiding or leading development teams. • Deep knowledge of CI/CD systems and automated testing frameworks. • Solid expertise in API design, backend services, and system integration. • Experience in system administration and configuration management. • Strong understanding of scalable architectures and high-traffic environments. • Comfortable with unix-like operating systems, including Linux and macOS. • Excellent communication skills, particularly with non-technical audiences. Additional Information • No Health & Safety risks associated with this role. • Hybrid working must meet the requirement of being on site at least 40% of the time. • Professional qualifications are not required for this position.