Lead Java Developer

Principal IT

📍 Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Full-time computer-and-mathematical Posted March 01, 2026

Job Description

Lead Java Developer

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 and technical problem-solving

Collaborating with senior stakeholders to align engineering delivery with business goals

Supporting delivery, performance, and professional development across the engineering function

This is a leader...