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
* Lead, mentor, and support a team of Java Developers.
* Design, build, and maintain APIs for internal and external use.
* Develop automated test suites and contribute to CI/CD and continuous deployment pipelines.
* Provide 2nd-line technical support across key platforms and applications.
* Deliver and enhance server-side web applications and backend services.
* Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
* Perform system administration and configuration management tasks.
* Work with large datasets, ensuring robust, scalable processing and storage.
* Build and support high-traffic web applications with strong architectural practices.
* Drive improvements in performance, stability, and scalability.
Required Skills & Experience
* Strong background as a Java Developer, Lead Engineer, or Technical Lead.
* Proven experience guiding or leading development teams.
* Deep knowledge of CI/CD systems and automated testing frameworks.
* Solid expertise in API design, backend services, and system integration.
* Experience in system administration and configuration management.
* Strong understanding of scalable architectures and high-traffic environments.
* Comfortable with unix-like operating systems, including Linux and macOS.
* Excellent communication skills, particularly with non-technical audiences.
Additional Information
* No Health & Safety risks associated with this role.
* Hybrid working must meet the requirement of being on site at least 40%-60% of the time.
* Professional qualifications are not required for this position.