Lead Java Software Engineer Edinburgh £K
£, | Edinburgh | Permanent
ECOM Recruitment
Posted 9 hours ago
Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – Edinburgh – Hybrid – up to £K
We’re working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of +.
They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more.
This is a high-impact leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients.
The Role
As a Lead Software Engineer, you will:
• Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems.
• Lead technical direction across multiple projects, ensuring best-in-class coding standards, testing, and performance.
• Collaborate directly with clients, product managers, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in development processes, cloud adoption, and CI/CD pipelines.
Tech Stack
• Backend: Java, RESTful APIs
• Cloud & Deployment: AWS, CI/CD pipelines
• Other: Third-party API integrations
About You
• Extensive experience in Java backend development and API architecture.
• Proven track record in leading engineering teams or high-performing technical squads.
• Comfortable managing client-facing technical discussions and influencing stakeholders.
• Experience with cloud technologies, scalable architectures, and modern CI/CD practices.
• Passionate about mentoring engineers and shaping engineering culture.
What’s on Offer
• Salary up to £,
• Hybrid working model – Edinburgh office
• 35 days holiday in total (including flexible bank holidays)
• Comprehensive private medical insurance
• Enhanced parental and adoption leave
• Pension matched up to 5%
Interested? Apply now by submitting your CV or get in touch with us directly to discuss the role in more detail. We’d love to hear from you!