Lead Software Engineer - Manchester

• Design, build, and maintain secure, scalable Back End services using Java, microservices, and API-driven integration patterns.
• Contribute to high-quality, user-centred public services.
• Solve technical challenges in complex environments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective solutions.

Technologies:

• API
• Azure
• CI/CD
• Cloud
• DevOps
• Docker
• Java
• Kubernetes
• REST
• Security
• Spring
• Spring Boot
• microservices

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We are a leading force in a major government digital programme located in Manchester. Our team thrives on tackling complex technical challenges and is committed to enhancing public services through innovative software solutions. We offer a collaborative environment and are dedicated to ensuring that our employees feel valued and engaged in their work. This role will require you to be in the office one day a week.

• Strong commercial experience with Java, Spring Boot, and Back End microservices.
• Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services and cloud-native development.
• Proven ability to design and build REST APIs and complex integration solutions.
• Experience with containerisation (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes/AKS).
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of secure coding, authentication patterns, and government-grade security expectations.
• Experience working in Agile, multidisciplinary teams.