Lead Java Engineer

Lead Java Engineer - Java/Spring/KubernetesLocation: Telford - 2 days onsite per weekContract: Up to 12 monthsRate: £75-£79 per hour, Inside IR35Clearance: BPSS Engagement: PAYE onlyStart: ASAPWe are currently seeking an experienced Lead Java Engineer to join a rapidly growing Modernisation Programme within Tax Administration.This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, shaping technical solutions and providing technical leadership across a wider engineering team.The RoleAs a Lead Java Engineer, you will work closely with Architects, QA Leads and Engagement Managers during the Design phase before taking technical ownership through Build and Delivery.You will be responsible for creating Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for services, building on the wider architectural design. These designs will cover the end-to-end service and provide the foundation for formal impact assessment and backlog creation.As the programme progresses into Build, you will take a leading technical role in the development and delivery of services, helping the team adopt shared components, engineering best practices and consistent ways of working.You will also join an established community of Lead Engineers and contribute to the wider Modernisation engineering community.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide technical leadership across Java-based engineering teams.Design and develop scalable services and integrations.Produce comprehensive Low-Level Designs ..... full job details .....