JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Java Engineering Lead
SALARY: £90,440-127,680 per annum
LOCATION(S): Edinburgh , Bristol, Manchester, Leeds & Halifax
HOURS: Full-time – 35 hours per week
WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our offices stated above.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We’re not just another bank. We’re a technology-driven organisation on a mission to shape finance as a force for good. As we continue to invest in our people, platforms, and products, we’re looking for talented Java Engineering Leads across our platforms to help us build scalable, secure, and customer-centric solutions.
You’ll join a collaborative, agile environment where you’ll leading engineering teams empowering them to design and develop backend components of modern applications. You’ll work with cloud-native technologies, microservices, and CI/CD pipelines to deliver high-quality software that makes a real difference.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

We’re looking for Java Engineering Leads who are adaptable, curious, and passionate about building great software!
To help us understand how you might contribute to our team, please highlight any relevant experience with the following skills and technologies in your application:

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

• Proven ability to lead and grow engineering teams, shape technical strategy, and influence cross-functional collaboration.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As a Java Engineering Lead, you’ll:

• Inspire and guide engineering teams , empowering them to design, build, test, and deploy modular, cloud-native applications and APIs.
• Champion cross-functional collaboration , working closely with Product Owners, Architects, Quality Engineers, and executive stakeholders to align technical delivery with strategic goals.
• Drive architectural decisions and technical governance , ensuring scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions.
• Integrate seamlessly with internal systems and third-party APIs , delivering smooth and intuitive user experiences.
• Shape engineering strategy and innovation , influencing the future direction of our platforms, practices, and ways of working.
• Mentor and develop talent , cultivating an inclusive environment where engineers can grow, thrive, and do their best work.