Lead Java Engineer

Requisition ID : R10157256

Category : Information Technology

Location : London, London, United Kingdom | Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom

Clearance Type : Highest Level of Government Clearance

Telecommute : Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position

Travel Required : Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Assistance : Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available : 1

Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK

At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible.

This mind-set goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what’s your possible?

Opportunity :

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.

As a Lead Engineer you play a pivotal role in designing, developing and maintaining the critical infrastructure that powers our services. You will be self-driven and organised with a passion for building elegant and stable solutions. You will have the chance to work on a variety of exciting projects with complex challenges within a unique space. You’ll be at the forefront of delivering core solutions that have real world impact.

In addition, you will have a strong leadership mentality, guiding your team through both technical and delivery challenges to accommodate the customer’s requirements.

Responsibilities :

Ownership of the team deliverables, working with the Scrum Master to define a path forward that meets the customer’s requirements.

Get involved in the entire software development lifecycle from requirements gathering to design, implementation, test and deployment.

Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including product, front-end development and QA.

Mentor and guide junior developers contributing to the overall team’s growth.

We are looking for :

Experience as a Software Developer with a strong focus on Backend Java development and its ecosystem (Spring boot, Maven).

Proven experience in designing, developing & deploying scalable backend systems.

Familiarity with CICD, containerisation, deployment technologies & cloud platforms (Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS).

Excellent communication, collaboration & problem solving skills, ideally with some experience in agile ways of working.

Security clearance :

You must hold the highest level of UK Government security clearance in line with the job role.

Why join us?

A mission to believe in – Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace. From engineering data and intelligence solutions, to developing maritime navigation and control systems and innovating command and control systems for the UK and NATO, what we do together matters.

A place to belong and thrive – Every voice matters at our table meaning you can bring your authentic self to work. From our Employee Resource Groups backed by thousands of employees, to sponsoring Cheltenham Pride and our partnerships with Association For Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers, Forces Transition Group, Mind, and Women in Defence – we are passionate about growing and supporting our inclusive community where everyone can belong.

Your career, your way - Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity, channel your expertise and nurture your passion. Looking for flexibility? Balance your professional career with your personal life, health and wellbeing benefits, discount schemes, pension benefits and investment in your future development.

Ready to apply?

Yes – Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch.

Possibly, I’d like to find out more about this role – Reach out to our team for more information and support.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.

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