Amber Labs
Lead Java Developer - Public sector
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Lead Java Developer - Public sector
Remote with ad hoc travel
Permanent or 12 month fixed term contract
The Company
At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.
About the Role
As a Lead Developer, you’ll provide hands-on technical leadership across complex digital services. You’ll work closely with architects, engineers, and delivery teams to design and build robust backend systems, modern APIs, and cloud-native microservices on Azure. You’ll set engineering standards, mentor developers, and ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with best practice.
What You’ll Do
- Lead backend development across multi-disciplinary delivery teams
- Design and build Java-based microservices, APIs, and integration layers
- Develop cloud-native solutions using AWS services
- Shape engineering patterns, coding standards, and best practices
- Collaborate with architects to ensure solutions align with technical strategy
- Drive high-quality delivery through code reviews, pairing, and mentoring
- Build secure, performant, maintainable backend components
- Work with DevOps engineers to support CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
- Troubleshoot complex integration challenges across distributed systems
- Contribute to technical roadmaps and solution design discussions
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What You’ll Bring
- Strong commercial experience as a Lead Developer
- Deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and backend engineering
- Proven experience building microservices and distributed systems
- Hands-on experience with AWS and cloud-native architectures
- Strong understanding of API design, REST, event-driven patterns, and integrations
- Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps tooling, and automated testing
- Ability to lead teams, mentor developers, and influence technical direction
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a dynamic and innovative team, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to shape and influence asset management strategy in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
- Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
- Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
- Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
- 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
- Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
- Participate in a generous employee referral program.
- A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
- Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.
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Diversity & Inclusion
Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:
- Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
- Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
- Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
- By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.
Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.
What Happens Next?
Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.
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