Lead Engineer - Java & Spring Boot (Winchester, Hampshire)
We’re seeking a seasoned Java specialist with deep Spring Boot expertise to join a high‑performing engineering team.
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Mobilise Cloud – Empowering enterprises to move to the cloud with confidence.
Who we are
At Mobilise Cloud we partner with forward‑thinking organisations to design, build and optimise cloud‑native solutions. Our culture is collaborative, innovative and people‑focused - we invest in talent, celebrate curiosity and champion continuous learning.
What you’ll do
Responsibility
Impact
Architect & deliver robust, scalable back‑end services using Java 21+ and Spring Boot (micro‑services, APIs, event‑driven pipelines).
Enable clients to run mission‑critical workloads on AWS/Azure with high availability.
Lead & inspire a multidisciplinary engineering team (3‑7 members). Mentor junior engineers, run regular code‑reviews, pair‑programming sessions and technical workshops.
Raise the overall technical bar and foster a culture of knowledge‑sharing.
Drive best practices around CI/CD, automated testing, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) and observability.
Reduce time‑to‑market and improve reliability for customers.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with product, data, security and operations teams to translate business goals into technical road‑maps.
Deliver end‑to‑end solutions that meet client expectations and compliance standards.
Champion professional growth – organise internal training, sponsor external certifications (AWS, Azure) and support conference attendance.
Keep the team at the cutting edge of cloud technology.
What we’re looking for
Technical expertise – 5+ years of Java development, deep experience with Spring Boot, Spring Data, Spring Security and RESTful APIs.
Leadership & mentorship – Proven track record of leading engineers, conducting technical interviews and fostering a supportive team environment.
Communication – Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders and inspire confidence in clients.
Agile mindset – Comfortable working in Scrum/Kanban, iterating quickly and embracing continuous improvement.
A plus
Cloud fluency: Hands‑on experience deploying Java services on AWS or Azure; familiarity with IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation).
Containerisation: Experience working with Docker and Kubernetes.
Why Mobilise Cloud?
Competitive salary
Pension scheme
MediCash: Cash contributions towards Dentist/Optician/medical treatments
EV Salary Sacrifice: Go green with a tax‑efficient electric‑vehicle package.
Cycle‑to‑Work scheme: Stay fit and save on commuting.
25 days holiday: Plus public holidays, with the option to buy/sell days.
AWS/Azure certification training: Training time and exam fees
Hybrid working: 50 % remote, 50 % office (our Winchester hub) – enjoy flexibility without losing team connection.
- Department
- Data, BI and Development
- Role
- Developer
- Locations
- Winchester
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time
Rewarding our people
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Benefits
- Entry into bonus scheme.
- Clear development plan through our Udemy Learning Platform.
- Medicash - personal healthcare plan.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- 25 days holidays per annum plus bank holidays.
- Entry into workplace pension scheme.
- Availability of cycle to work scheme.
- Choice of MacBook or Windows laptop.
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Learning and Development
Mobilise understand that we operate in an ever-changing environment and as such we are committed to learning and development for all of our colleagues and provide support for continuous development from a technical, professional and soft skills perspective. -
Ways of working
Mobilise operates a hybrid model of working, with 2 days in one of our offices and 3 days WFH. This allows for effective learning from peers, drives our culture and socialising with colleagues.
Throughout 2023 we have ensured that there are regular opportunities to socialise, including our bi-annual company-wide get togethers in January and July.
Working with leading technology platform providers
At Mobilise we work with leading public cloud providers and platforms.
About Mobilise Cloud
Join Mobilise, born in the cloud in 2014, and become a part of our outcome-driven, quality-focused organisation. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, join Mobilise to deliver major technology transformations as part of major programmes of work, rapidly gain real experience and continually develop your career.
The possibilities for a career in cloud technology are endless, and the flexibility of hybrid working, competitive salary and job security should be significant draws for anyone looking for a career change. Join us at Mobilise and discover a new and dynamic career path with no-end of opportunities for fulfilment and progression.
Some of our most notable clients include the DVLA, Arvato Bertelsmann, MoJ, CPS, OfS, GPA, Admiral, FAW, Hodge Bank, South London and Maudsley NHS Trust.