Lead Developer Jobs in England

1 to 25 of 106 Lead Developer Jobs in England

Hats, hats and Lead Developers.

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Mongoose Gray
There are two versions of this job ad. This is the vapid version for insomniacs. For a more lighthearted read, head over to MongooseJobs dotcom. The Lead Developer will work for an ambitious software scale-up in Central London. The Lead Developer will earn £75,000 per annum. The Lead Developer will enjoy hybrid … working on a 3+2 basis. The Lead Developer will write efficient and scalable code. The Lead Developer will be experienced with PHP (Laravel/Lumen), Javascript and Typescript. The Lead Developer will be familiar with React and Python. The Lead Developer will enjoy interrogating databases (MySQL). The Lead Developer will ensure robust AWS integrations and workflows. The Lead Developer will coach and mentor a small team of engineers. The Lead Developer will be a champion for new technologies and best practice. The Lead Developer will foster a culture of software delivery excellence. The Lead Developer will work closely with senior More ❯
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Hats, hats and Lead Developers.

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Mongoose Gray
There are two versions of this job ad. This is the vapid version for insomniacs. For a more lighthearted read, head over to MongooseJobs dotcom. The Lead Developer will work for an ambitious software scale-up in Central London. The Lead Developer will earn £75,000 per annum. The Lead Developer will enjoy hybrid … working on a 3+2 basis. The Lead Developer will write efficient and scalable code. The Lead Developer will be experienced with PHP (Laravel/Lumen), Javascript and Typescript. The Lead Developer will be familiar with React and Python. The Lead Developer will enjoy interrogating databases (MySQL). The Lead Developer will ensure robust AWS integrations and workflows. The Lead Developer will coach and mentor a small team of engineers. The Lead Developer will be a champion for new technologies and best practice. The Lead Developer will foster a culture of software delivery excellence. The Lead Developer will work closely with senior More ❯
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Senior Lead Developer

London, United Kingdom
Stackstudio Digital Ltd
Job title: Senior/Lead Developer Location: London, UK Job type: Contract (Inside IR35) About the Role As a Senior or Lead Insurance Developer, you will be responsible for participating in business requirements review meetings, and providing design & solutions on user stories to be implemented on Insurance projects. You will estimate the development effort during sprint … planning meetings, design, develop, unit test, and document new and existing software solutions as per requirements.What will you do? Senior Developer Develop software solutions that meet high-performing technical standards and are created using Insurance best practices. Focus on leveraging Insurance Tech software platforms, like Guidewire InsuranceSuite. Configuration of software platforms to meet requirements. Development of customizations to change … and assist in the resolution of technical issues. Prepare and produce software releases. Participate in daily standup meetings, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Contribute to POC to support new opportunities. Lead Developer All responsibilities of the Senior Insurance Developer, plus: lead and mentor a team of developers. Provide technical leadership and guidance on best practices. Collaborate with More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
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Lead Software Developer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Harnham
Lead Developer Remote - London (2-4 Times Per Month) Up to £65,000 + Benefits We’re working with a world-renowned organisation at the forefront of science and digital innovation who are looking for a Lead Developer to join a major national programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of building and leading … a team delivering cutting-edge digital infrastructure that will transform how vital scientific data is accessed and shared across the UK and beyond. The role As Lead Developer, you’ll provide senior technical direction and hands-on expertise in designing and implementing scalable, secure infrastructure. You’ll be responsible for shaping architectural decisions, integrating cloud-based and bespoke … complex technical projects. Alongside this, you’ll build and mentor a small but growing engineering team while collaborating closely with programme managers, senior stakeholders, and technical partners. Key responsibilities: Lead and grow a technical team delivering a new digital infrastructure programme. Provide hands-on technical input, writing high-quality code and driving architecture decisions. Design and implement secure, scalable More ❯
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Lead Software Developer

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Harnham
Lead Developer Remote - London (2-4 Times Per Month) Up to £65,000 + Benefits We’re working with a world-renowned organisation at the forefront of science and digital innovation who are looking for a Lead Developer to join a major national programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of building and leading … a team delivering cutting-edge digital infrastructure that will transform how vital scientific data is accessed and shared across the UK and beyond. The role As Lead Developer, you’ll provide senior technical direction and hands-on expertise in designing and implementing scalable, secure infrastructure. You’ll be responsible for shaping architectural decisions, integrating cloud-based and bespoke … complex technical projects. Alongside this, you’ll build and mentor a small but growing engineering team while collaborating closely with programme managers, senior stakeholders, and technical partners. Key responsibilities: Lead and grow a technical team delivering a new digital infrastructure programme. Provide hands-on technical input, writing high-quality code and driving architecture decisions. Design and implement secure, scalable More ❯
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Lead .Net Software Developer

Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
hireful
Are you a hands-on Lead or Senior .Net Developer ready to shape architecture and guide talented developers? Want a hybrid role with 3 days WFH? This is your chance to stay close to the code while making key technical decisions that drive real business impact. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team building cutting-edge products … with the support, tools, and flexibility to thrive. Role: Lead Software Developer, Senior .Net Developer, Software Engineering Manager, Senior Full Stack Developer, Lead .Net Developer, Lead Software Engineer, Senior C# Developer Salary: £65k - £75k base + Bonus Benefits: 5% pension, 25 days holiday, 2 wellbeing days, Christmas shutdown, private healthcare, life assurance More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP 65,000 - 75,000 Annual
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Lead .Net Software Developer

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, South East, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Hireful
Are you a hands-on Lead or Senior .Net Developer ready to shape architecture and guide talented developers? Want a hybrid role with 3 days WFH? This is your chance to stay close to the code while making key technical decisions that drive real business impact. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team building cutting-edge products … with the support, tools, and flexibility to thrive. Role: Lead Software Developer, Senior .Net Developer, Software Engineering Manager, Senior Full Stack Developer, Lead .Net Developer, Lead Software Engineer, Senior C# Developer Salary: £65k - £75k base + Bonus Benefits: 5% pension, 25 days holiday, 2 wellbeing days, Christmas shutdown, private healthcare, life assurance More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £70,000
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Lead Developer

London, United Kingdom
IO Associates
Lead Developer £800 per day (Inside IR35) Hybrid | London (1-3 days per week on-site) | SC cleared or eligible Our client, a government organisation, is seeking an experienced Lead Developer to guide technical direction and deliver innovative low-code and AI solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead on technical and architectural decisions across projects. Collaborate with … frameworks (e.g. LangChain). Excellent collaboration and communication skills. SC cleared or eligible. Desirable Familiarity with Microsoft technologies and/or public sector projects. A great opportunity for a Lead or Senior Developer to help shape digital transformation within a collaborative, forward-thinking team. More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
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Lead.NET Developer

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Noir Consulting
Lead .NET Developer - Europe's Largest Radio Station Group - Peterborough (Tech stack: Lead .NET Developer, .NET 9, C#, React, Azure, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Agile, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, Lead .NET Developer) Our client is Europe's largest and most profitable commercial radio group. In order to keep pace with the new digital technologies … being developed, they are transforming their stations into interactive brands that can operate across multiple platforms such as online, digital TV and mobile. As such we are seeking Lead .NET Developer to technically lead their dynamic .NET/C# team of high flying individuals. Lead .NET Developer applicants should have previous experience of working in … a lead or senior capacity in a software development team and a skill set that encompasses: .NET, .NET Core/ASP.NET MVC, C# and Azure SQL. Our client can provide you with industry recognised training in: .NET 9, React, EF Core, Azure, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Agile, TDD, BDD, Azure SQL and MongoDB. This is an exciting opportunity to work More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Lead Java Developer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Talent
Lead Java Developer 6 Months Hybrid working 1 day a week on site £500-£550 per a day inside IR35 Talent Consulting is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to join one of our government clients on a large-scale digital transformation programme. You’ll lead a team delivering modern, cloud-native solutions—rebuilding internal … systems, creating efficient digital processes, and ensuring scalable, high-quality software delivery. As Lead Java Developer you will be responsible for: Design and develop modern, cloud-based services using Java and Node.js. Build and maintain microservices and UI components, ensuring seamless integration between front-end interfaces and back-end APIs. Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and other … such as Terraform. Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI. Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to deliver modern, responsive UI experiences. As a Lead Developer you will have the following experience: Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Extensive hands-on experience developing modern cloud-native applications using Java and Node.js. Strong More ❯
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Lead Java Developer

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Talent
Lead Java Developer 6 Months Hybrid working 1 day a week on site £500-£550 per a day inside IR35 Talent Consulting is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to join one of our government clients on a large-scale digital transformation programme. You’ll lead a team delivering modern, cloud-native solutions—rebuilding internal … systems, creating efficient digital processes, and ensuring scalable, high-quality software delivery. As Lead Java Developer you will be responsible for: Design and develop modern, cloud-based services using Java and Node.js. Build and maintain microservices and UI components, ensuring seamless integration between front-end interfaces and back-end APIs. Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and other … such as Terraform. Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI. Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to deliver modern, responsive UI experiences. As a Lead Developer you will have the following experience: Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Extensive hands-on experience developing modern cloud-native applications using Java and Node.js. Strong More ❯
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Lead Java Developer

london, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Talent
Lead Java Developer 6 Months Hybrid working 1 day a week on site £500-£550 per a day inside IR35 Talent Consulting is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to join one of our government clients on a large-scale digital transformation programme. You’ll lead a team delivering modern, cloud-native solutions—rebuilding internal … systems, creating efficient digital processes, and ensuring scalable, high-quality software delivery. As Lead Java Developer you will be responsible for: Design and develop modern, cloud-based services using Java and Node.js. Build and maintain microservices and UI components, ensuring seamless integration between front-end interfaces and back-end APIs. Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and other … such as Terraform. Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI. Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to deliver modern, responsive UI experiences. As a Lead Developer you will have the following experience: Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Extensive hands-on experience developing modern cloud-native applications using Java and Node.js. Strong More ❯
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Lead Java Developer

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Talent
Lead Java Developer 6 Months Hybrid working 1 day a week on site £500-£550 per a day inside IR35 Talent Consulting is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to join one of our government clients on a large-scale digital transformation programme. You’ll lead a team delivering modern, cloud-native solutions—rebuilding internal … systems, creating efficient digital processes, and ensuring scalable, high-quality software delivery. As Lead Java Developer you will be responsible for: Design and develop modern, cloud-based services using Java and Node.js. Build and maintain microservices and UI components, ensuring seamless integration between front-end interfaces and back-end APIs. Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and other … such as Terraform. Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI. Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to deliver modern, responsive UI experiences. As a Lead Developer you will have the following experience: Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Extensive hands-on experience developing modern cloud-native applications using Java and Node.js. Strong More ❯
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Lead Java Developer

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Talent
Lead Java Developer 6 Months Hybrid working 1 day a week on site £500-£550 per a day inside IR35 Talent Consulting is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to join one of our government clients on a large-scale digital transformation programme. You’ll lead a team delivering modern, cloud-native solutions—rebuilding internal … systems, creating efficient digital processes, and ensuring scalable, high-quality software delivery. As Lead Java Developer you will be responsible for: Design and develop modern, cloud-based services using Java and Node.js. Build and maintain microservices and UI components, ensuring seamless integration between front-end interfaces and back-end APIs. Implement event-driven solutions using Kafka and other … such as Terraform. Create, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI. Collaborate with designers and front-end developers to deliver modern, responsive UI experiences. As a Lead Developer you will have the following experience: Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams. Extensive hands-on experience developing modern cloud-native applications using Java and Node.js. Strong More ❯
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Lead Developer

Birmingham, West Midlands, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Investigo
Lead Developer (Dynamics 365 & Power Platform) Location: Birmingham (2 days a week onsite) Contract: Permanent Salary & Benefits: up to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Overview A industry regulatory body is undergoing significant digital transformation and seeking a Lead Developer to drive this forward and join its IT Development team. This role offers the opportunity to lead … that support business-critical functions. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical delivery, team mentorship, and solution architecture within a modern cloud-first environment. The Role Lead and mentor a team of 5, overseeing the design, development, and integration of Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions. Manage the full development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £55000 - £60000/annum
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Lead Developer

Devon, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
SR2 | Socially Responsible Recruitment | Certified B Corporation™
Lead Developers in Devon, this one’s for you!! I’m seeking a Lead Developer to oversee projects from concept to delivery and work closely to redefine a technical roadmap and long-term vision of the business. This role will involve remaining strongly hands-on as well as mentoring a team. Essential requirements: 👩 💻 Experience with modern PHP … Exeter region & 2 WFH. 💚Competitive salary & Benefits If you feel like this could be a great for you, then send me your CV to beya@sr2rec.co.uk to discuss further. Lead Developer | Hybrid/Devon/3 days in office | Competitive More ❯
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Lead Developer

London, United Kingdom
TXP
Lead Developer - AI & Low-Code Platforms £800/day Inside IR35 | End of FY Lead Developer needed for AI programme. Hands-on role combining low-code platform expertise (Power Platform) with Python/AI development and technical leadership. The Role Hands-on development with low-code platforms (Power Platform) and Python Make technical and architectural decisions More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: £750 - £800/day
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Lead Developer

London, United Kingdom
IO Associates
Lead Developer £800 per day (Inside IR35) Hybrid London (1-3 days per week on-site) SC cleared or eligible Our client, a government organisation, is seeking an experienced Lead Developer to guide technical direction and deliver innovative low-code and AI solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead on technical and architectural decisions across projects click apply More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: GBP Annual
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Lead Developer (Laravel)

Exeter, Devon, South West, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Your Tech Future
Lead Developer (Laravel) Location: Exeter/Hybrid (3 days in office) Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE Contract: Permanent, Full-time Career Progression | Collaborative Culture | Modern Tech Stack | Exciting Growth Phase Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Developer with strong Laravel expertise and a solid understanding of full-stack and back-end development to join … will suit someone who enjoys balancing technical leadership with hands-on coding, thrives in a collaborative environment, and takes pride in building elegant, efficient, and maintainable software. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, build, and deployment of scalable new platform features Architect clean, secure, and maintainable technical solutions Develop high-quality code across Laravel (PHP) and React (JavaScript/TypeScript … engineering teams to deliver robust, user-focused solutions Guide and mentor developers, championing best practice and continuous improvement Skills & Experience Proven experience as a full-stack or back-end developer with strong Laravel expertise Proficiency in React, MySQL, and cloud platforms (ideally AWS) Background in architecting and deploying complex applications Experience leading or mentoring within a development team Strong More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £70,000
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Lead Developer/ Software Developer

Durham, County Durham, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Reed Technology
We're on the lookout for a Lead Developer who combines deep technical expertise with a passion for innovation. If you're a lead developer with a strategic mindset and enjoy mentoring others while shaping bespoke digital solutions, this could be your next big move. Your Role at a Glance: Collaborate with senior stakeholders and clients … tailored to complex business needs. Contribute directly to development efforts where your skills make a difference. What You Bring: A strong foundation in software development, ideally as a Senior Developer or Software architect. Proven experience gathering and translating requirements for complex systems. A genuine curiosity for technology and a broad interest in software projects. Solid grasp of the full More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £65000 - £75000/annum
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Java Patching Lead Developer

Telford, Shropshire, England, United Kingdom
TXP Technology x People
Lead Developer - Live Services Java Patching Rate: £508 per day Start Date: 24th November (TBC) Location: Remote/On-site as required Telford Security Clearance: Active SC preferred due to timescale of the project We are seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to oversee and deliver a critical Live Services Java Patching Programme within Central Government. … take a leading role in planning, coordinating, and executing the patching exercise, working closely with a small development team and key stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end Java patching and upgrade process for live Central Government services. Ensure all upgrades meet technical, contractual, and security compliance standards. Collaborate effectively with development teams More ❯
Employment Type: Contractor
Rate: £0 per annum
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AI Lead Developer

Colchester, Essex, South East, United Kingdom
Colchester Institute Enterprises Limited
the IT & Digital Services department. By joining our team, you'll help shape the future workforce and make a lasting impact on the lives of learners. Job Title: AI Lead Developer As AI Lead Developer, you'll have the opportunity to drive innovation through the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI applications that enhance efficiency … operational systems (e.g. LMS, CRM, VLEs). Act as an AI subject matter expert, mentoring colleagues and promoting best practice in AI adoption. If you're a skilled AI developer with a passion for innovation and ethical technology, and a commitment to education, we want YOU on our team! Essential Qualifications: Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in IT More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £45,000
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Lead Full-Stack Developer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Reed Technology
Lead Full-stack Developer Location: Holborn, Central London (Hybrid) Job Type: Full-time Direct Reports: x5 Senior Developers Reporting to: Head of AI & Technology An exciting new permanent opportunity has become available for a Lead Full-stack Developer, to join a juggernaut organisation in the recruitment industry. A highly dynamic, ambitious and fast-growing team dedicated … to transforming the recruitment landscape through AI-driven, human-centered technology. This is a pivotal role where you will lead a team of 5 Senior Developers, focusing on hands-on coding and providing technical leadership underneath the guidance of the Head of AI & Technology. Day-to-day of the role: Lead and mentor a team of 5 Senior … high performance. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, ensuring platform reliability and uptime. Required Skills & Qualifications: 10+ years of commercial software development experience, with at least 5 years in a lead developer role. Proven track record in leading small, high-performing engineering teams in fast-paced environments. Deep expertise in full-stack development, including: TypeScript/JavaScript (NextJS, NodeJS More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
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Lead Developer

County Durham, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Reed
We’re on the lookout for a Lead Developer who combines deep technical expertise with a passion for innovation. If you’re a lead developer with a strategic mindset and enjoy mentoring others while shaping bespoke digital solutions, this could be your next big move. Your Role at a Glance: Collaborate with senior stakeholders and clients … tailored to complex business needs. Contribute directly to development efforts where your skills make a difference. What You Bring: A strong foundation in software development, ideally as a Senior Developer or Software architect. Proven experience gathering and translating requirements for complex systems. A genuine curiosity for technology and a broad interest in software projects. Solid grasp of the full More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum, Inc benefits
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Lead Python Developer

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Tech4
Lead Python Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT) - health tech - tech for good, make a positive impact on the world. Highly successful and fast growing organisation has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Python Developer (PYTHON/AWS/REACT). JOB PURPOSE Part of the extended Technology Leadership Team, the Lead Python Developer … publishing software, systems, and customer- facing digital products. They will provide technical supervision and guidance across the team, establishing and maintaining the development processes and working practices. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES Lead the development and maintenance of software, in line with organisational objectives for a specific team. Promote the creation of high-quality code using modern agile engineering practices such as … development of team members through mentoring and coaching. Work closely with Head of Engineering and act as a representative for engineering to your respective team. Work closely with other Lead Software Developers to ensure consistent ways of working and help limit duplication and waste. Contribute to, and work in accordance to the Engineering Team Charter and other organisational strategies More ❯
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Lead Developer
England
10th Percentile
£58,125
25th Percentile
£67,500
Median
£76,000
75th Percentile
£90,938
90th Percentile
£140,000