Lead Java Developer

Amber Labs Ltd

Manchester, UK

about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type

Temporary to permanent

Employment type

Part-time (≤ 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

find.jobs

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) JavaScript (Programming Language) PostgreSQL SQL Databases TypeScript Spring-boot Microservices

Job description

Lead Java Developer - Secure Government Projects

Join Amber Labs at an exciting time in our journey

We’re growing fast and building something special, a collaborative, supportive consultancy where talented people can thrive, make an impact, and shape the future with us. We’re looking for a like-minded Lead Java Developer who wants to be part of that journey.

This is your chance to work on secure, high-impact central government projects, using modern technologies, while playing a key leadership role within our teams.

What You’ll Be Doing

Leading development on scalable Java microservices solutions
Mentoring and supporting developers across the team
Driving best practices and technical excellence
Collaborating in agile teams on meaningful, real-world projects

Tech You’ll Work With

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

PostgreSQL

SQL

Bonus: JavaScript / TypeScript, Nunjucks

Requirements

Strong Java backend experience
Experience with microservices architecture
Proven leadership or mentoring experience
Passion for collaboration and continuous improvement
Eligible for BPSS clearance

Benefits & conditions

Be part of a fast-growing, people-first consultancy
Work on impactful, secure government projects
Take on leadership responsibilities and shape teams
Join a supportive, forward-thinking culture

What we offer

25 days annual leave plus public holidays, so you can actually switch off
Private medical insurance with Bupa
Remote-first working with a base at Liverpool Street when you want it
A personal training budget to invest in your growth, however that looks for you
Perkbox, giving you access to hundreds of perks and discounts across eating out, shopping, wellness, entertainment and more
EV scheme after one year of service, supporting you in making the switch to electric
Regular team socials with a group of people who genuinely enjoy working together
Employer pension contributions
And most importantly, the chance to be part of something from the ground up. Amber Labs is growing fast and the people joining now will shape what this business becomes

Why Join Amber Labs?

At Amber Labs, you’ll be part of a collaborative consultancy delivering impactful digital solutions across the public sector. We focus on building long-term capability, maintaining high engineering standards, and creating meaningful outcomes for users.

Interested?

Let’s chat. I’d love to tell you more about our vision at Amber Labs and explore whether this could be the right next step for you.