Lead Full Stack Engineer

We're seeking a Lead Full Stack JavaScript Consultant to take technical ownership of client engagements and lead engineering teams delivering complex JavaScript solutions. You'll combine hands-on development with technical leadership, architecture, and client-facing responsibilities.

This role is suited to an experienced consultant who enjoys setting technical direction, mentoring engineers, and acting as a trusted technical partner to clients. Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of full stack JavaScript solutions
• Set technical direction, standards, and best practices across projects
• Remain hands-on, contributing to critical areas of the codebase
• Lead and mentor engineers, supporting technical growth and delivery quality
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients
• Drive architectural decisions around scalability, security, and performance
• Support delivery planning, estimations, and technical risk management

• Extensive commercial experience with JavaScript/TypeScript
• Strong Front End experience with React (or equivalent)
• Strong Back End experience with Node.js and API design
• Proven experience in a Lead/Tech Lead/Senior Consultant role
• Experience designing and delivering scalable systems
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Background in consultancy or client-facing delivery

Desirable Skills

• Cloud-native architecture (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Microservices, event-driven, or serverless systems
• Containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience influencing engineering strategy or standards