Job Title: Java Spring Boot Lead Location: Edinburgh, UK Mode: Hybrid (2–3 days/week onsite in Edinburgh) Job Description: We are looking for an experienced and proactive Java Spring Boot Lead to join a dynamic technology team in Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will lead the development of enterprise-scale microservices and APIs using modern Java technologies while mentoring a team of developers and ensuring delivery excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead a team of backend developers in designing and delivering scalable, high-performance microservices using Java and Spring Boot Collaborate with enterprise architects, business analysts, and product owners to define technical solutions aligned with business goals Oversee code quality, enforce best practices, and conduct peer reviews Guide the team in adopting modern DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud-native practices Break down technical requirements and assign work across the team effectively Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across services and environments Ensure compliance with security and architectural standards as per guidelines Report progress, blockers, and risks to stakeholders and project management regularly Required Skills & Experience: 10 years of experience in Java development 3 years of experience in leading development teams Strong expertise in Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA, Spring Security Deep understanding of Microservices Architecture, RESTful API design Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS preferred) Solid experience in CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Git, Maven/Gradle Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.) Working knowledge of messaging systems such as Kafka or RabbitMQ Agile/Scrum methodology familiarity Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Nice to Have: Prior experience in the banking or financial services domain Exposure to frontend frameworks like Angular or React (optional) Experience with logging/monitoring tools like Splunk, ELK stack, or Prometheus