Java Technical Lead - Enterprise Applications & Power Platform

We are looking for an experienced Java Technical Lead to shape enterprise software solutions and guide a development team from initial design through to delivery. Combining hands-on Java engineering with Microsoft Power Platform expertise, you will connect custom applications with automation and low-code capabilities to address business needs.

This role offers the opportunity to influence architecture, mentor developers, and work closely with technical and business stakeholders.

Location: London, hybrid

Responsibilities & Tasks:

Guide a Java development team, providing technical direction, mentoring, and support with complex engineering challenges.

Design maintainable application architectures and establish consistent engineering practices across the team.

Develop enterprise Java applications, REST APIs, and microservices, remaining actively involved in implementation.

Build cloud-native solutions with a focus on scalability, reliability, performance, and security.

Integrate Power Platform workflows and applications with enterprise systems and services.

Lead code reviews and drive improvements in software quality, automated delivery, and CI/CD practices.

Work with architects, product owners, and business stakeholders to clarify requirements and evaluate technical options.

Turn business needs into practical solution designs and achievable development plans.

Identify technical risks and dependencies early and help the team deliver agreed milestones.

Support the full software development lifecycle, from technical discovery and design to deployment and ongoing improvement.

Requirements & Qualifications:

At least eight years of professional experience developing Java applications.

A minimum of two years of practical experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including integration with enterprise applications.

Previous responsibility for leading development teams and mentoring engineers.

Strong knowledge of microservices architecture, API design, and enterprise application development.

Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure.

Experience making architectural decisions and balancing business priorities with technical requirements.

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, code quality practices, performance tuning, and secure development.

Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience with Agile or Scrum delivery, exposure to banking, financial services, insurance, healthcare, or retail, and relevant Power Platform, Azure, or architecture certifications would be advantageous.