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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Developer - **Company:** Post Office Ltd - **Location:** Chesterfield, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Cyber Security, Database Storage Structures, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Node.Js, Software Engineering, Spring Cloud, ReactJS, Solid Principles, React Native, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gb627ee967972eee2e48a56cb4494a9ed3/eaa ## About the Role * Extensive Experience in Multiple Programming Languages: Strong experience with TypeScript, Javascript, Python and working knowledge of Go, NodeJS. * Experience with React (React Native is a plus). * Proven Expertise with cloud-native application development and microservices architecture. * Proven expertise of working with Agile methodologies and best software development practices. * Strong grasp with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines. * Strong grasp of software design principles, patterns, and best practices. * Deep understanding of API protocols, database structures, and IT security practices. * Proven Expertise with DevOps practices and modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). * Strong leadership experience in technical teams. * Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. * Use AI tools correctly & safely to increase productivity and output within the team. ## Description Lead Developers will be responsible for building, maintaining, and supporting our internal applications and providing technical expertise, leadership, and strategic direction. As a team member working as part of the Engineering team this role will help deliver new applications and service as we modernise our trading platforms making them vastly better for Postmasters and Customers. You will be working collaboratively with key stakeholders across the business and embedding best practices aligned to our strategic goal. This role offers you a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact, drive innovation, and contribute to shaping the future of our organisation and the communities we serve. 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