Lead Java Software Engineer - Hybrid - Sunderland
hace 2 días
Sunderland
Lead Java Software Engineer - Sunderland - Hybrid Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase, this could be the next chapter in your engineering career. We're looking for someone who thrives on designing future-ready backend architectures, mentoring growing teams, and championing best-in-class engineering practices, someone who wants to build as much as they guide. Why You’ll Want This Role • You’ll shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems., • You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives., • You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams., • You’ll make smart engineering happen: From selecting technologies to refining DevOps processes, you’ll help raise the engineering bar., • You’ll align tech with product vision: Translate business goals into scalable solutions that last. What You’ll Be Doing • Technical Strategy & Architecture, • Drive architectural decisions that ensure performance, maintainability, and growth., • Champion secure-by-default development and industry best practices., • Continuously improve systems, pipelines, and tooling across engineering. Hands-On Engineering • Tackle the most complex backend challenges when your expertise is needed., • Review code with a lens for scalability, security, and long-term maintainability., • Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship • Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability., • Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction., • Facilitate smart decisions not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement • Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense., • Hunt down and remove technical debt before it becomes a problem., • Help create a culture where engineering quality is everyone’s job. Tech You’ll Work With • Java (Java 11+), Spring Boot, • AWS, Kubernetes, Kafka, • REST APIs, Microservices, • SQL & NoSQL Databases, • CI/CD, Automated Testing, Agile Tooling (Git, Jira, etc.), • Secure coding What’s In It For You • Autonomy and Influence: Lead, decide, and architect with purpose., • Time Off That Counts: Generous holidays, your birthday off, plus a day off at Christmas., • Balance Matters: Hybrid working, flexible hours, and a digital nomad policy., • Rewarded for Impact: Performance bonuses, profit share scheme, and referral rewards., • Perks That Support You: Cycle to Work scheme, tech loans, life cover, and more., • Keep Growing: Dedicated training budget and personal development opportunities., • Stay Connected: Quarterly socials, fresh office snacks, and a culture that values people. This Role is Made for You If... • You’re a natural technical leader who thrives on ownership., • You love solving hard problems, not just writing clean code., • You bring others along with you, mentoring as you go., • You’re excited to shape a growing engineering culture and build systems that matter. Ready to lead with impact? Let’s talk.