21 of 21 Remote Lead Java Engineer Jobs

Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – London – Hybrid – up to £110K We’re working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact … leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across … innovation and continuous improvement in development processes, cloud adoption, and CI/CD pipelines. • Act as a trusted technical advisor, balancing architectural vision with delivery realities. Tech Stack • Backend: Java, RESTful APIs • Cloud & Deployment: AWS, CI/CD pipelines • Other: Third-party API integrations About You • Extensive experience in Java backend development and API architecture. • Proven track record More ❯

Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – London – Hybrid – up to £110K We're working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact … leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across … innovation and continuous improvement in development processes, cloud adoption, and CI/CD pipelines. • Act as a trusted technical advisor, balancing architectural vision with delivery realities. Tech Stack • Backend: Java, RESTful APIs • Cloud & Deployment: AWS, CI/CD pipelines • Other: Third-party API integrations About You • Extensive experience in Java backend development and API architecture. • Proven track record More ❯

Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – Edinburgh – Hybrid – up to £110K We're working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact … leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across … product managers, and stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions. • Drive innovation and continuous improvement in development processes, cloud adoption, and CI/CD pipelines. Tech Stack • Backend: Java, RESTful APIs • Cloud & Deployment: AWS, CI/CD pipelines • Other: Third-party API integrations About You • Extensive experience in Java backend development and API architecture. • Proven track record More ❯

Lead Software Engineer – Java (Digital Consultancy) – Leeds – Hybrid – up to £110K We're working with a leading UK digital consultancy, rapidly growing across the UK with a headcount of 500+. They combine technical excellence with a culture that genuinely puts people first, delivering innovative solutions across finance, e-commerce, gaming, and more. This is a high-impact … leadership role for a Lead Java engineer ready to shape technology strategy, manage engineering teams, and deliver complex, mission-critical systems for household-name clients. The Role As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: • Take ownership of the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java-based systems. • Lead technical direction across … innovation and continuous improvement in development processes, cloud adoption, and CI/CD pipelines. • Act as a trusted technical advisor, balancing architectural vision with delivery realities. Tech Stack • Backend: Java, RESTful APIs • Cloud & Deployment: AWS, CI/CD pipelines • Other: Third-party API integrations About You • Extensive experience in Java backend development and API architecture. • Proven track record More ❯

Job Title: Lead Java Engineer Max Rate: £475-£515p/d max via umbrella Clearance Required: SC/SC Eligible Duration: 6 months Location: Telford Hybrid Job Description: About the Role Were seeking a passionate and skilled Java Engineer to join our Digital Services team. This initiative is driven by legislative changes from the Student … functional code. Its a unique opportunity to work on a high-impact project that directly supports students across the UK. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement changes driven by legislative requirements Contribute to front-end development using Angular (for candidates with relevant skills) Write clean … efficient, and well-documented code Conduct thorough software testing and debugging Monitor application performance and ensure reliability Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement initiatives Essential Technical Skills Java (Core & Enterprise) Spring/Spring Boot Microservices Architecture Git (Version Control) Swagger (API Documentation) Kubernetes (Container Orchestration) Shell Scripting SQL & MongoDB (Database Management) Software Testing & Application Monitoring Desirable Skills Angular More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Java Software Engineer - Remote Competitive Salary Take the Lead. Drive the Vision. Ship the Future. Looking for a role where your technical expertise doesn’t just build systems, it shapes the direction of an entire engineering culture? If you’re ready to step into a hands-on leadership role where influence extends beyond your own codebase … shape the tech, not just code it: Set the architectural vision for robust, secure, and scalable backend systems. You’ll still get your hands dirty: Be the go-to engineer for complex challenges and high-impact initiatives. You’ll lead people, not just projects: Mentor, coach, and level up those around you. Your influence will ripple across teams. … scalability, security, and long-term maintainability. Ensure reliability, monitoring, and performance are always baked into the solution. Team Leadership & Mentorship Coach backend engineers to grow in confidence and capability. Lead cross-functional discussions and align teams on direction. Facilitate smart decisions, not just fast ones. Innovation & Improvement Introduce and advocate for new technologies where they make sense. Hunt down More ❯

Lead Software Engineer - Java Microservices Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days on-site, Monday and Tuesday) Overview We're excited to be supporting our client in hiring a talented Software Engineer (Java Microservices) to join a dynamic, high-performing engineering team within retail banking. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically minded individual who's … stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives Applying Agile and Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles to build resilient, fast-running, and maintainable code Building and maintaining API-driven Java microservices hosted on public cloud infrastructure Contributing to intentional architecture while supporting emergent design through innovation, prototyping, and experimentation Automating build, test, and deployment processes using modern CI/… CD practices What We're Looking For Strong server-side Java engineering experience, ideally within large-scale, business-critical environments Proven ability to design and deliver well-tested, production-ready software with strong focus on functional and non-functional requirements Deep understanding of microservices architecture , cloud-native applications, and API development Experience with distributed systems - managing workloads at scale More ❯

Lead Software Engineer - Java Microservices Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days on-site, Monday and Tuesday) Overview We're excited to be supporting our client in hiring a talented Software Engineer (Java Microservices) to join a dynamic, high-performing engineering team within retail banking. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically minded individual who's … stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives Applying Agile and Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles to build resilient, fast-running, and maintainable code Building and maintaining API-driven Java microservices hosted on public cloud infrastructure Contributing to intentional architecture while supporting emergent design through innovation, prototyping, and experimentation Automating build, test, and deployment processes using modern CI/… CD practices What We're Looking For Strong server-side Java engineering experience, ideally within large-scale, business-critical environments Proven ability to design and deliver well-tested, production-ready software with strong focus on functional and non-functional requirements Deep understanding of microservices architecture , cloud-native applications, and API development Experience with distributed systems - managing workloads at scale More ❯

Lead Backend Software Engineer/Developer (Java AWS) London/WFH to £115k Are you a hands-on Backend Software Engineer with team leadership skills? You could be progressing your career in a Lead Backend Software Engineer role at a global FinTech/CFD trading company that has been consistently voted as one of … the UKs top employers. As a Lead Backend Software Engineer you'll join a fairly new team working on a new crypto offering and split your time between hands-on development with people management (70/30). You'll set the technical direction, mentor engineers and ensure code quality, observability, scalability and security are embedded into high … quality, high-impact releases. You'll be working with a modern, cloud native tech stack using Java, Spring Boot, AWS, Kafka and CI/CD to build highly scalable, distributed systems with 24/7 availability. Location/WFH: There's a hybrid model with two days a week work from home, when you are in the office you More ❯

complete software system. Requires completion of an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or similar discipline, and a minimum of 10 years of experience including software development experience. Key Responsibilities: Lead the team to deliver new products, features and fixes iteratively using an Agile Scrum approach working with the Product Owner, Scrum Master, Developers and QAs Working with the architects … around the world Qualifications & Experience Essential Attributes: 10+ years of experience in Software development of complex applications. Excellent understanding of design principles and considerations, best practice 10+ years of Java and C++ development experience History of applying best practices, code reviews and quality checks Familiarity with build pipeline tools and technologies such as Gitlab Must be self-motivated but … and problem-solving skills Self-Starter; willing to learn new technologies, ability to learn fast Team player: willing to coach junior team members and cooperate on problem solving Team Lead experience working with Agile Delivery teams Interest in leadership or leading a small team of software developers and quality assurance engineers Desirable Attributes: Knowledge of Eclipse RCP and Eclipse More ❯