Java Technical Lead

Reference: 8697_1756888879 Date Posted: 03.09.25
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Technical Lead - Java Microservices & APIs
Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid / Flexible Working)

We're looking for a Technical Lead to take ownership of delivering Java microservices and APIs that power high-transaction digital web, app, and payments platforms. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive technical design, coach engineers, and ensure products remain scalable, secure, and fit for purpose in a fast-changing environment.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the design, documentation, and delivery of technical solutions to agreed service levels.

  • Guide engineers through implementation, balancing workloads, addressing hotspots, and providing coaching.

  • Oversee deployments, ensuring quality, traceability, and compliance with security standards.

  • Take accountability for technical debt, service levels, and vulnerability management.

  • Collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, product owners, and Scrum Masters to deliver seamless solutions.

  • Join the out-of-hours support rota for critical digital products.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong expertise in Java and microservices development.

  • Proven experience translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

  • Confident influencing and negotiating in a highly regulated environment.

  • Desirable skills include:

    • RESTful design and API Gateway tools (Apigee or equivalent)

    • Kubernetes / OpenShift

    • Monitoring tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, Dynatrace

    • CI/CD with GitLab or Artifactory

    • Security practices (OWASP, JWT, certificates, encryption)

    • Experience within IT support environments

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 more.

  • Annual bonus of 7% of eligible pay

  • Pension contributions up to 10%.

  • Healthcare package including private medical, dental, and wellbeing support.

  • Access to a benefits portal with discounts across retail, hospitality, and lifestyle.

  • A flexible working culture with support for work-life balance and career growth

For more information, please contact

Job location:
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary:
£55000 - £65000 per annum + + bonus
Salary per:
annum
Job start date:
2025-11-01
Job industry:
Software Development
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