We have an exciting opportunity to join our growing team as a full stack Lead Software Developer where you will be developing innovative SaaS applications, delivered via the cloud, working on a combination of new projects, maintenance and support across the entire lifecycle from concept and system design through to live deployment.
You will be leading a squad of developers in a wider a growing team developing products for the insurance industry, working with insurance companies, suppliers, police forces and all supporting industries - both within the UK and Worldwide.
The ideal candidates will be able to hit the ground running with a variety of projects, working both alone and as part of the team.
We are currently driving cutting-edge technical change making use of the latest cloud technologies, serverless and micro services architecture to meet our client and business requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design & Development
- Design, build, and support robust, scalable, and maintainable web, mobile, and component-based applications.
- Deliver new features and enhancements for existing systems using current and emerging technologies.
- Translate business requirements into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Scope, implement, test, and deploy new application versions, databases, and utilities.
- Technical Leadership & Mentorship
- Take ownership of the squad’s technical vision and architecture, ensuring best practices and maintainable solutions.
- Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
- Lead by example in writing clean, efficient, and high-quality code while enforcing coding standards across the team.
- Agile & Cross-functional Collaboration
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including Three Amigos sessions, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
- Collaborate closely with Product Managers, UX, QA, and other stakeholders to define user stories, estimate effort, and deliver high-value solutions.
- Raise development issues early and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the team.
- Documentation & Support
- Produce technical documentation, and operational guides for software maintenance and support.
- Provide third-line support as required, assisting in issue resolution and root cause analysis.
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Stay informed on industry trends, tools, and frameworks, and advocate for relevant adoption within the squad.
- Identify opportunities to improve development processes, tools, and team practices through retrospectives and proactive engagement.
- Team Culture & Delivery Excellence
- Promote a positive, inclusive team environment that values collaboration, respect, and open communication.
- Track time accurately and complete special projects or additional duties as needed.
Technical Expertise & Leadership Competencies
As a Lead Developer, you will bring a breadth of hands-on technical experience, alongside a passion for best practices, modern architecture, and mentoring others. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Core Development Skills
- Proven commercial experience in server-side Java (v8–11 and beyond), ideally gained over 10+ years in a professional environment; Java certification is advantageous.
- Strong proficiency in SQL, with a preference for Microsoft SQL Server or PostgreSQL.
- Experience with NoSQL databases, particularly DynamoDB.
- Solid understanding of design patterns and Clean Code principles.
Architecture & Modern Engineering Practices
- Good working knowledge of microservices architecture and serverless technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda, Step Functions).
- Experience deploying and developing applications within AWS environments.
- Familiarity with Spring and Hibernate frameworks.
- Comfortable working with both traditional and low code/no code platforms.
Frontend & Integration Technologies
- Proficiency in modern frontend technologies such as Vue.js, HTML5, CSS, jQuery, and Bootstrap (or similar).
- Experience with industry-standard API integrations (RESTful/JSON; SOAP experience is a plus).
- Awareness of automation toolsets and Test-Driven Development methodologies.
Tooling & Workflow
- Skilled in using source control systems, preferably Azure DevOps (ADO), Jenkins knowledge advantageous too.
- Working knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker
- Practical experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments.
- Familiarity with AI-enhanced development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar.
Leadership & Domain Knowledge
- Demonstrated experience in line management and mentoring technical teams.
- A proactive approach to continuous learning and a passion for exploring new technologies.
- Experience in the insurance industry, particularly within motor claims, is advantageous.
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