407 Lead Developer jobs in the United Kingdom
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Join at the start of this new project and help shape this new software Engineering function in Southampton.
You are a Senior or Lead Developer already and regularly work closely with Product Managers but looking for a new challenge in a growing team.
Described as an IT company doing logistics for ecommerce, our client is embarking on an ambitious new project to development their own channel integrations platform.
You will be working closely with the Product Manager and CTO in a key leadership role, driving technical excellence, shaping the future of the software platform, and empowering a talented team to achieve greatness.
What You'll Be Doing
- Technical Leadership : Drive Architectural decisions.
- Hands -on Development : Contribute to the development of core feature and integrations.
- Team Collaboration : Work with the Product Manager and engineers to translate business requirements to technical solutions.
- Mentorship & Coaching : Guide and support junior developers
- Integration Development : Build and maintain integrations with ecommerce platforms, ERP's and Warehouse Management Systems.
We're looking for a passionate and experienced Developer who can provide technical leadership and work with internal stakeholders.
You'll need to have:
- Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Developer
- A strong track record of delivering technically complex projects in collaboration with Product Owners and stakeholders.
- Solid experience in JavaScript development (Node.js, React/NextJS).
- Expertise in cloud computing (Google Cloud Platform preferred).
Nice-to-Haves
- Knowledge of event-driven microservices , CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes (Google GKE preferred).
- Familiarity with GitOps principles .
- Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools , particularly Terraform.
- A background in project management is a bonus.
With new offices in the Southampton area this is a hybrid role, requiring you in the office on a weekly basis.
This Lead Developer role is paying up to 85,000 depending on experience and offer great future potential as the team grows over the coming year.
Apply now or contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT Recruitment for more information.
Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Lead Developer
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Lead Developer (Low-Code)
Location: Romford, Essex (Hybrid - 2 days in office, 3 days remote, office-based training)
Permanent
We're looking for a technically strong and people-focused Lead Developer to guide a small team of developers in delivering impactful low-code solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in Outsystems or traditional development to step into a leadership role and shape the digital future of a global logistics organisation.
Benefits
Hybrid working: 2 days in the office, 3 days from home
25 days holiday plus public holidays
2 external professional training courses per year, chosen by you and taken during work hours
Private healthcare (taxable benefit)
Frequent company and team events
Excellent pension plan: 5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of two developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
- Oversee the full software delivery lifecycle, from planning and design to deployment and support.
- Deliver enterprise-grade applications using low-code or traditional development.
- Collaborate with business analysts, architects, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and value delivery.
- Drive agile practices (Scrum/Kanban) and continuous improvement.
- Manage integration with complex external systems, including legacy platforms and third-party solutions.
- Support vendor relationships and ensure adequate team capacity for project delivery.
- Identify and implement opportunities for process and application improvements.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Experience in software development (low-code or traditional development environments considered).
Strong knowledge of SQL, Agile/Scrum, and the software delivery lifecycle.
Ready to lead the charge in low-code innovation? Apply now and bring your leadership and technical expertise to a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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The Real-World Data & Scientific Solutions team are looking for a Lead Developer to support and grow the Vantage SaaS application and associated services within the AWS environment.
Working in a demanding environment and reporting directly to the Head of IT, the role will have a wide-ranging remit from leading on new developments, mentoring, incident resolution, ongoing maintenance, inception and development of new products.
The role comes with significant opportunities and the post holder will spend a considerable proportion of their time working on time critical projects utilising agile methodologies.
As a Lead Developer you will be expected to be the point of contact for other developers in the team when they encounter technical issues. You will use your knowledge and experience to guide them through the issue until resolution.
**Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):**
+ The Lead developer will provide full stack web application development and maintenance focused on the Vantage SaaS application.
+ Provide project support and planning guidance to the Product Team for new developments and enhancements on existing products.
+ Perform a consultancy/advisory role within the team when presented with new challenges, this includes utilising new technology to streamline and enhance the products and associated infrastructure.
+ Investigate, own and resolving incidents raised by internal and external clients.
+ Lead on time sensitive projects whilst mentoring and directing other team members.
+ Consult and implement data engineering/ETL processes efficiently when required.
+ Provide operational support including infrastructure setup, maintenance and software releases.
+ Investigate and fix bugs discovered within the Vantage application and associated modules.
+ Working with the internal tester to make sure they understand the applications being developed enabling them to carry out full regression testing.
+ Ensuring any given development work meets the defined business requirements.
+ Implement best practice by developing and following the defined processes and procedures.
+ Explain and document technical issues to non-technical staff to ensure they understand each development.
+ Any other duties that are considered as falling under the remit and responsibilities of this post.
**Education, Professional Skills & Experience:**
+ You will be educated to degree level in a numerate discipline, or equivalent qualification in computer sciences.
+ At least 5 years of experience as a Java web application developer
+ Experience of full stack web application development using:
+ Java, Scala, Spring, Hibernate
+ JSP, Servlets, REST
+ JavaScript, jQuery, React, Redux, Typescript, CSS, SCSS
+ JUnit, ScalaTest, Cucumber, WebDriver & TDD
+ Jenkins
+ Apache Tomcat, nginx
+ Redshift, MariaDB
+ Bash scripts
+ Python
+ Experience developing full stack greenfield applications from inception to development and deployment.
+ Experience using Amazon Web Services (AWS) - EC2, S3, Redshift.
+ Experience of big data and tools such as Hadoop, Spark, etc.
+ Knowledge and experience of object orientated programming and associated concepts.
+ Knowledge and experience of a wide range of open source and commercial technologies.
+ Good understanding of databases and related concepts.
+ Should have sound knowledge of HTML and associated Web Technologies.
+ Experience of agile methodologies.
+ Experience of teamwork and effective communication and being a mentor.
+ Linux (CentOS) administration/AWS, DevOps, SSH.
+ Experience in automatic testing and continuous integration.
**Personal Skills & Competencies:**
+ Commercial experience in a similar environment is highly desirable.
+ You are a smart, motivated individual with end-to-end Java web application development experience.
+ You will be comfortable in taking sole responsibility for the implementation and delivery of projects.
+ You will need the confidence and ability to deliver web applications from beginning to end.
+ You will be enthusiastic about technology and comfortable taking the initiative with modern technologies and techniques.
+ Great listening skills, inquisitive with a desire to learn.
+ Excellent communication and exceptional interpersonal skills.
+ Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
+ Ability to perform under stress and multitask.
+ Regular and consistent attendance.
+ Willing to travel to the Hammersmith office when required.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Lead Developer
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Halian Technologies are hiring on behalf of our fast-growing technology client that is looking for a Lead Developer to guide a dynamic and collaborative development team. This is a leadership role that's ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems and leading others to success.
Youll be leading software engineers through the full product lifecycle using Agile methodologies. This .
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Lead Developer
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Join at the start of this new project and help shape this new software Engineering function in Southampton.
You are a Senior or Lead Developer already and regularly work closely with Product Managers but looking for a new challenge in a growing team.
Described as an IT company doing logistics for ecommerce, our client is embarking on an ambitious new project to development their own channel integrat.
Lead Developer
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Halian Technologies are hiring on behalf of our fast-growing technology client that is looking for a Lead Developer to guide a dynamic and collaborative development team. This is a leadership role that's ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems and leading others to success.
Youll be leading software engineers through the full product lifecycle using Agile methodologies. This .
Lead Developer
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Job Title: Lead Developer
Location: Manchester, UK
Job Type: Contract
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Lead Developer
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Location: Hybrid (Wakefield office, once a week)
Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 + bonus opportunities
Are you ready to become a trusted technical voice for clients and a driving force within a talented web team? My client are looking for a Team Leader (PHP) to join their growing consultancy. You’ll guide technical decisions, champion best practices, and help them to deliver exceptional solutions across a wide range of bespoke web applications.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead client meetings and calls with clarity, confidence, and technical insight
- Deeply understand client systems, recommending performance and reliability improvements
- Stay hands-on with development work (JavaScript, PHP, React)
- Contribute to presales, scope technical solutions, and shape proposals
- Collaborate with project managers to prioritise and deliver effectively
- Mentor and support your team with code reviews, 1:1s, and career guidance
- Drive high standards in code quality, maintainability, and performance
- Use your dedicated L&D time to explore emerging tech (e.g., AI, cloud tools)
- Strong web development experience with JavaScript, PHP, and React
- Proven ability to assess and improve large-scale, business-critical applications
- Excellent client communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience leading or mentoring developers in a technical team
- Commitment to clean, high-performing code
- Skilled in Git, Agile and/or Waterfall workflows
- Excellent problem-solving, planning, and communication skills
Nice to have:
- Experience in a software consultancy environment
- Familiarity with cloud services, especially AWS
Senior/ Lead Developer
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Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming enterprise systems with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform ?
I am looking for a Senior/ Lead Developer to help drive a dynamic Agile team, delivering innovative, scalable solutions across D365 CRM , Power Apps , Power Pages , and Azure .
The role will be offered of a hybrid basis with minimum expectation attending Midlands Head Office two days a week
Your Mission:
- Lead from the Front : Guide a cross-functional team in designing and delivering robust D365 CRM solutions, with a strong focus on Power Platform technologies.
- Architect with Impact : Shape and implement solutions using Power Apps , Power Pages , and ARM templates , ensuring seamless integration and scalability.
- Champion Agile Excellence : Drive Agile best practices including CI/CD, test-driven development, and iterative delivery.
- Collaborate & Influence : Work closely with stakeholders, analysts, and engineers to ensure solutions meet business goals, compliance standards, and user needs.
What you need to bring:
- Deep hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 CRM customisation and extension using C# , TypeScript , and Power Platform tools.
- Proven leadership in Agile environments, with a passion for mentoring and team development.
- Strong understanding of Azure Resource Manager (ARM) and cloud-native development.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines , Azure DevOps , and third-party system integrations.
- A strategic mindset with a focus on quality, performance, and continuous improvement.
Why Join my client?
- Lead high-impact projects that shape enterprise digital transformation.
- Work with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
- Influence architecture, tooling, and development standards across the business.
- Be part of a culture that values innovation, autonomy, and professional growth.
Please apply with an updated CV if you feel you meet the criteria above!
(To be considered all candidates must have full rights to work in UK without sponsorship)
Lead Developer - Dynamics 365
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The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. This role is based our of their Leeds office and most people go to the office twice a week.
Client Details
We are currently looking for a Lead Developer - Dynamics 365 to join our Technology & Service Operations function within the Digital & Technology group.
This is a full-time opportunity, on a permanent basis. The role will be based in 7-8 Wellington Place, Leeds, LS1 4AP. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. We are open to requests for flexible working. Please discuss this with the recruiting manager before accepting an appointment.
We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 12 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. This role is based our of their Leeds office and most people go to the office twice a week.
Description
The Lead D365 developer is responsible for supporting the design, implementation and support of solutions delivered with Microsoft Dynamics 365. The post holder will have significant experience in the configuration and customization of the Dynamics 365 platform and a solid track record in prioritizing work, guiding team members and managing stakeholders.
The post holder will be hands-on and lead the team on the design and development of Dynamics 365 applications utilising agile methodologies, following industry best practices to ensure solutions are secure and performant.
Key responsibilities:
- Collaborate with internal engineers, architects, and service providers to guarantee the successful delivery of projects.
- Foster a collaborative team environment, providing technical guidance and mentorship to more junior members and align development efforts with project goals.
- Support the planning, execution, and implementation of D365 projects, including project management, scope, and risk management.
- Take the lead in refining, troubleshooting, and improving current applications while ensuring no regression occurs in operational systems.
- Design and develop D365 applications that meet user needs using Agile practices.
- Promote excellent engineering standards and best practices in security and performance.
Profile
Our successful candidate will have:
- Substantial experience designing and developing solutions in Dynamics 365.
- Substantial experience modelling data in dataverse and a working knowledge of integrating with other data sources such as Microsoft Azure SQL.
- Experience of systems design architecture to determine business needs and systems integration.
- Demonstrable Behaviours of Managing a Quality Service, Changing and Approving, Seeing the Big Picture and Working Together
The selection process:
We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, find out more here.
- Application , which will include a CV, which should demonstrate how you meet the Experience and Technical Success Profile criteria.
- Interview , which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.
Closing date: 8 August 2025
Shortlisting date: W/C 18 August 2025
Interview date: W/C 25 August 2025
Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome.
Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here.
Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.
Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations, and in some circumstances, routine health surveillance. These roles include:
- Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens
- Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings
- Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required
- Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.
Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant's details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.
Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here.
Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact.
In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners' Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should firstly contact Florentina Oyelami, Head of Talent Acquisition - .
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: (url removed)
Job Offer
- Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave on entry, rising by one day for each completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days and pro-rata for part-time staff. PLUS 8 bank holidays
- Privilege Leave: 1 day
- Hours of Work: 37 hours
- Occupational Sick Pay (OSP): One month full pay/one month half pay on entry, rising by one month for each completed year of service to a maximum of five months full pay/five months half pay
- Mobility: Mobility clause in contracts allowing staff to be mobile across the Civil Service
- Civil Service Pension Scheme. 28.97%
- Flexible working to ensure staff maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Interest free season ticket loan or bike loan
- Employee Assistance Services and access to the Civil Service Benevolent Fund
- Eligibility to join the Civil Service Motoring Association (CSMA)
- Variety of staff and Civil Service clubs
Salary of 55,233 plus *MPS - Market Pay Supplements are non-consolidated, non-pensionable and dependant on capability assessment.
- 5,000 (developing)
- 10,000 (proficient)
- 15,000 (accomplished)