At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and delivery of scalable Java applications while mentoring a talented engineering team.
- Company: Innovative tech firm focused on AI-powered solutions in a hybrid work environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Shape modern platforms and tackle complex challenges with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in Java development and strong leadership skills.
Location: London Area, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time
Seniority: Technical Lead
Salary: 90,000 + Bonus
Are you a hands-on Java Technical Lead with experience delivering AI-powered solutions at scale? We're looking for a Technical Lead - Java (AI Enabled) to drive the architecture, development, and delivery of cloud-native applications while leading a talented engineering team. You'll combine strong technical leadership with hands-on coding, helping shape modern platforms that leverage Agentic AI, workflow orchestration, and intelligent automation to solve complex business challenges.
What You'll Do
- Lead the design and delivery of scalable Java 17+ / Spring Boot microservices
- Own architecture decisions, system design, and engineering standards
- Design resilient, high-performance APIs and distributed systems
- Mentor and develop engineers through coaching, code reviews, and technical leadership
- Champion Agile delivery and collaborate with Product, QA, DevOps, and Architecture teams
- Drive adoption of AI engineering tools including GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and Claude Code
- Deliver AI-powered features using LLMs, RAG, semantic search, and intelligent automation
Technical Lead - Java employer: Sanderson
At Sanderson, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of Belfast. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and opportunities for advancement, ensuring that our team members thrive in their careers while enjoying competitive rewards and a strong focus on health and safety compliance. Join us to take ownership of impactful projects and be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions.
