Lead Software Engineer (Java)

We are a long-term partner to a leading UK financial platform, currently supporting them with a key hire for their engineering leadership team as they gear up for several new product developments.

Following an internal relocation, we are seeking a Lead Developer to step into a technical leadership role, guiding and mentoring a team of talented Senior Developers.

UK - Fully Remote

UK Right to Work required (no visa sponsorship available).

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing technical leadership and architectural direction across core Java/Spring Boot platforms.
• Line managing and mentoring a team of Senior Engineers.
• Working closely with engineering leadership to drive long-term technical strategy and product roadmaps.
• Championing clean code, best practices, and a collaborative, low-ego engineering culture.

• Strong background in Java & Spring Boot.
• FE experience: this is a BE-leaning role but FE experience would be beneficial when mentoring FS engineers and providing further technical guidance
• Cloud Experience
• Prior experience in technical leadership, mentoring, or line management.
• Excellent communication skills and a personable, supportive leadership style.