Lead Full Stack Developer - Java/Spring/Azure

Location: Manchester - 1 day per week onsite (non-negotiable) Client: Central Department Rate: £575 per day Inside IR35 Start: Immediate Clearance: SC Mandatory Role Overview:We are seeking experienced Lead Full Stack Developers to join a major DWP programme delivering high-profile digital services at scale. You will lead the design and development of scalable digital services, delivering robust full stack solutions in a complex enterprise environment. The role involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams, supporting best practices in software engineering, DevOps, and cloud deployment, and providing technical leadership across full stack delivery, with scope for Front End or Back End specialism where relevant. Essential Skills: Strong experience as a Lead Software Developer/Lead Full Stack Developer Excellent Java and Spring development skills Experience building REST APIs, messaging solutions, and microservices Strong hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes Cloud experience with Azure preferred (AWS considered) Experience with PostgreSQL Knowledge of observability frameworks Full stack development background in agile delivery environments Nice To Have: Experience with Node.js/Express/Nunjucks Role overview: Lead the design and development of scalable digital services Deliver robust full stack solutions in a complex enterprise environment Work closely with multidisciplinary teams across engineering and delivery Support best practice in software ..... full job details .....