Lead Java Tech Role- 3 month Contract
Location
london, england
Job Type
Full-time
Category
IT & Technology
Posted
June 08, 2026
Lead Backend Software Engineer
I'm looking for a Lead Backend Software Engineer to shape backend architecture, drive engineering excellence, and guide teams building high‑performance digital products used at scale. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll influence technical strategy, mentor engineers, and ensure backend systems are robust, secure, and future‑ready.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead backend architecture – Define and evolve scalable, secure, high‑performance backend systems
- Set engineering standards – Champion best practices, secure coding (OWASP), and high‑quality delivery
- Hands‑on technical contribution – Support critical backend work and review complex code
- Guide teams & mentor engineers – Facilitate design discussions, code reviews, and technical decision‑making
- Improve tooling & CI/CD – Enhance pipelines, build processes, and operational workflows ...