Lead Java Developer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Manchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£95,000 / year
CATEGORY
Technology
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SKILLS

Java AWS Terraform Cloud environment Backend Junior Developers

FULL DESCRIPTION

Lead Java Developer

Manchester City Centre 
Hybrid - 3 days per week on site 
Up to £95,000

Are you interested in joining a company that’s transforming the way people engage with media? This organisation creates innovative, interactive experiences that bring audiences closer to the action. By blending technology and creativity, they’re helping their clients turn viewers into active participants, shaping the future of content engagement.

The team is passionate about delivering products that have a real impact, enabling more meaningful connections between audiences and the stories being told. They’re constantly evolving, working with the latest technologies to provide dynamic, socially-connected solutions that stand out in an ever-changing digital landscape.

The role:

  • You will be an exceptional Java engineer who has significant commercial experience.
  • You'll be the "go-to" person for Junior Developers, mentoring and guiding the wider team.
  • Day to day you will lead development for their Java-based backend.
  • You're someone who stays up to date with emerging technologies and trends, ensuring you're ahead of what's up and coming.
  • You'll be comfortable leading the development of projects, working with stakeholders and more junior engineers to guide on timelines and the deliverables.
  • You'll maintain their IAC (Terraform)
  • Cloud environment experience (AWS ideally)

If you’re looking to be part of a company that’s pushing boundaries and creating lasting impact, this could be the opportunity for you.

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