Lead Backend Engineer – Java, Cloud, Remote

Mesh-AI Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI consulting firm in Manchester seeks a Lead Engineer to deliver high-quality backend systems using Java and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will champion technical improvements and lead projects alongside a cross-functional team. Flexibility in work arrangements, including hybrid and remote options, is offered for balancing client time and focused work. Successful candidates will have strong experience in modern technical stacks and cloud infrastructure deployment.

Benefits

35 days leave (including bank holidays)

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental and adoption leave

40 hours of paid learning and development

Qualifications

• Commercial experience with one or more technical stacks: Java, .NET, Typescript.
• Skilled at using modern cloud infrastructure.
• Facilitate and encourage knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities

• Building robust and efficient backend systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead technical direction.
• Identify and resolve complex technical challenges.
• Collaborate with project teams to deliver best solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with technologies and trends.

Skills

Java

.NET

Typescript

Automation

Mobile (native and cross-platform)

Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

DevOps practices

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Terraform

Splunk

Chef

Puppet

Grafana

Job description

A leading AI consulting firm in Manchester seeks a Lead Engineer to deliver high-quality backend systems using Java and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will champion technical improvements and lead projects alongside a cross-functional team. Flexibility in work arrangements, including hybrid and remote options, is offered for balancing client time and focused work. Successful candidates will have strong experience in modern technical stacks and cloud infrastructure deployment.