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# Lead Software Engineer (Java, Spring Boot, AWS)

- **Company:** gb
Sanderson Recruitment
- **Location:** UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, Code Review, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Spring-boot, Software Troubleshooting, Containerization, Code Testing, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/lead-software-engineer-java-aws/sanderson-recruitment-job108204018

## About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys leading from the front, working collaboratively and contributing to impactful public sector digital transformation projects., * Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot

 * Experience designing and developing microservices-based applications and scalable software architectures
 * Good knowledge of AWS or other cloud platforms, alongside infrastructure as code
 * Experience writing well-tested code and working with automated testing frameworks
 * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices and Agile software development methodologies
 * Experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
 * Proven ability to lead engineering teams, provide technical guidance and mentor other developers
 * Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to a range of stakeholders
 * A proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing

## Description

* Lead the design, development and delivery of complex software systems, ensuring high standards of quality, security, scalability and performance.
 * Provide technical leadership, coaching and mentoring to software engineers, supporting their professional development and encouraging knowledge sharing.
 * Write high-quality, well-tested code and promote best practice across software development, testing and continuous delivery.
 * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to translate requirements into effective technical solutions.
 * Drive continuous improvement across engineering processes, application performance, reliability and security.
 * Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback and maintain consistent engineering standards.
 * Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and contribute to modern DevOps practices.
 * Troubleshoot complex technical issues and support the delivery of reliable software solutions.
 * Contribute to technical discussions, knowledge-sharing initiatives and, where required, recruitment and early-stage bid activities.