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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Engineer - **Company:** Capgemini - **Location:** London, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £53,866.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Behavior-Driven Development, Cloud Computing, Continuous Delivery, Custom Software, Relational Databases, DevOps, Distributed Systems, E2e Testing, Standard Sql, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Spring-boot, Software Security, React Native, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Microservices - **Published:** September 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5875689662 ## About the Role * Proven experience in full stack software engineering with a track record of delivering business-focused solutions. * Strong experience in frontend development using React or React Native. * Strong Java development experience, including enterprise application delivery. * Expertise in the Spring Boot framework. * Experience designing, developing, and integrating RESTful APIs. * Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems principles. * Experience working with SQL and relational database technologies. * Practical application of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD). * Experience implementing unit, integration, and end-to-end testing strategies. * Knowledge of secure coding principles and application security best practices. * Strong understanding of DevOps, Continuous Delivery, and modern software engineering practices. * Experience working in agile environments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. * Strong stakeholder management, consulting, and client-facing communication skills. * Ability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions. * Awareness of AI-driven approaches and a commitment to continuously evolving engineering practices. We are a Disability Confident Employer: Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government's Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who: * Declare they have a disability, and * Meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. ## Description Join the Financial Services Business Unit within Capgemini's Cloud & Custom Applications (C&CA) practice as a Java Full stack Developer with AI. In this role, you will work closely with business stakeholders, product teams, and engineering squads to shape and deliver impactful digital solutions that solve real client challenges. Guided by our vision to Consult with Purpose. Continuously Evolve. Architect Tomorrow., you will combine strong engineering expertise with a consultative mindset to create scalable, customer-focused outcomes. 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