Job Description
Senior Java Developer / Tech Lead – Contract Opportunity
Start Date: ASAP
Locations: Manchester
Hybrid Working: 2-3 days on-site
Rate: £800 per day + expenses
IR35: In Scope
Screening: BPSS (Basic Disclosure)
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Java Developer / Tech Lead to join a high-performing digital delivery environment. This role is ideal for someone passionate about engineering excellence, modern software delivery practices, and leading teams to build scalable, reliable, and secure services.
As a Senior Java Developer / Tech Lead, you will provide technical direction and hands-on expertise while supporting and mentoring a team of Java Developers. You will work across backend systems, APIs, high-traffic platforms, and large-scale data environments, helping to drive best practice and continuous improvement across the engineering function.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead, mentor, and support a team of Java Developers.
2. Design, build, and maintain APIs for internal and external use.
3. Develop automated test suites and contribute to CI/CD and continuous deployment pipelines.
4. Provide 2nd-line technical sup...