Lead Software Engineer

Principal IT

Full-time United-Kingdom, United-Kingdom Recruitment

Posted:

March 02, 2026

Location:

United-Kingdom, United-Kingdom, United-Kingdom

Job Description

Lead Java Developer 

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Fully Remote (UK-based) | £65,000 to £70,000  
We’re working with a Hull-based technology company that’s scaling its engineering capability and is now looking for an experienced Lead Java Developer  to guide both people and platforms. 
This is a fully remote role , however candidates must be based in the UK . 
The Role 
As Lead Java Developer, you’ll sit at the top of a well-structured engineering team. You’ll be responsible for: 
Leading and mentoring 5 Lead Developers , each managing teams of 4 engineers 
Setting technical standards, best practices, and architectural direction across multiple teams 
Remaining hands-on with Java development , contributing to complex codebases ...
                

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time

Location: United-Kingdom, United-Kingdom

Posted: March 02, 2026

Deadline: April 11, 2026