Java Lead Software Engineer - Remote
3 days ago
Bolton
Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesnât just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If youâre 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. REQUIRES TWO DAYS A MONTH IN THE OFFICE (choice of London and Sunderland) Why Youâll Want This Role ⢠Youâll shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems., ⢠Youâll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives., ⢠Youâll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams., ⢠Youâll make smart engineering happen: From selecting technologies to refining DevOps processes, youâll help raise the engineering bar., ⢠Youâll align tech with product vision: Translate business goals into scalable solutions that last. What Youâll 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 everyoneâs job. Tech Youâll 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 Whatâs 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... ⢠Youâre 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., ⢠Youâre excited to shape a growing engineering culture and build systems that matter. No sponsorship offered. Ready to lead with impact? Letâs talk.