Overview

Technical Lead - Java Microservices & APIs

Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid / Flexible Working)

We're looking for a Technical Lead to take ownership of delivering Java microservices and APIs that power high-transaction digital web, app, and payments platforms. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive technical design, coach engineers, and ensure products remain scalable, secure, and fit for purpose in a fast-changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, documentation, and delivery of technical solutions to agreed service levels.
• Guide engineers through implementation, balancing workloads, addressing hotspots, and providing coaching.
• Oversee deployments, ensuring quality, traceability, and compliance with security standards.
• Take accountability for technical debt, service levels, and vulnerability management.
• Collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, product owners, and Scrum Masters to deliver seamless solutions.
• Join the out-of-hours support rota for critical digital products.

What We\'re Looking For

• Strong expertise in Java and microservices development.
• Proven experience translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Confident influencing and negotiating in a highly regulated environment.
• Desirable skills include:
• RESTful design and API Gateway tools (Apigee or equivalent)
• Kubernetes / OpenShift
• Monitoring tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, Dynatrace
• CI/CD with GitLab or Artifactory
• Security practices (OWASP, JWT, certificates, encryption)
• Experience within IT support environments

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 more.
• Annual bonus of 7% of eligible pay
• Pension contributions up to 10%.
• Healthcare package including private medical, dental, and wellbeing support.
• Access to a benefits portal with discounts across retail, hospitality, and lifestyle.
• A flexible working culture with support for work-life balance and career growth

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