Lead Developer

Lead DeveloperLocation: Manchester (hybrid 1-2 days onsite) - Occasional travel to LondonContract: 6 monthsClearance: BPSS + SC eligible (SC to be obtained in role)Inside IR35, 725 P/DOverviewWe are seeking a Lead Developer to join a collaborative government digital team, supporting complex system integration and technical delivery. This role is ideal for a senior developer looking to step toward architecture, focusing on technical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and system design rather than hands-on coding initially. Key ResponsibilitiesProvide technical leadership across system integration and delivery activitiesSupport the integration of complex, mixed-technology systems (legacy and modern)Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholdersProduce high-quality technical documentation and design artefactsCollaborate across multidisciplinary teams including designers, researchers, and senior stakeholdersAttend and lead discussions to explore and define technical solutionsContribute to broader technical strategy and architectural thinkingEssential ExperienceStrong software development background, particularly in backend or full-stack developmentExperience integrating large and complex systemsStrong understanding of authentication and identity standards (e.g. OIDC)Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearlyExperience producing technical documentationAbility to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams DesirableExperience ..... full job details .....