Lead Software Engineer

IO Associates
📍 malvern hills, england, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

Role: Lead Software Engineer

Location: Malvern (Hybrid; 3 days per week onsite)

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum + Benefits

Security Requirement: Must be eligible for SC clearance

We're looking for a Lead Software Engineer to join a top-tier global defence innovator. You'll be the technical ‘go‑to’ for the project, leading the shift away from legacy systems and rebuilding them with a modern stack. This is a perfect role if you want to lead the technical direction and keep your hands in the code, without having to worry about the paperwork or people‑management side of things.

Key Technical Stack

  • Core: Java (Modern versions), Spring Boot, and React.
  • Evolving: While the core is Java‑based, you will have the opportunity for exposure to C# and C++ within real‑time environments.
  • Methodology: Pure Agile (Scrum) , with a hea...

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Job Details

  • Location malvern hills, england
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category IT & Technology
  • Posted Date June 08, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 18, 2026