Interim Lead Software Engineer - Digital Public Services £750pdInterim Lead Software Engineer - Digital Public ServicesLocation: Leeds / Manchester / Newcastle (60% onsite)Duration: 12-Month ContractWe're looking for an experienced Interim Technical Lead to help modernise and scale a high-profile, national digital service used by millions.This is a hands‑on leadership role within a major transformation programme - moving from monolithic systems to modern microservices, standardising engineering practices, and strengthening cloud and DevOps capability.Responsibilities:Lead and mentor engineering teamsSet technical direction aligned to strategyDeliver secure, high-quality, scalable servicesBuild APIs and server‑side applicationsChampion CI/CD, automation, and best practiceSupport and evolve high‑traffic platformsRequired Experience:Either:Java, microservices, APIs, automated testing, MongoDB, KafkaOr:AWS, Terraform, GitLab CI/Jenkins, DevOps, Infrastructure as CodePlus:Strong technical leadership in complex environmentsLinux/Unix systems and scalable architecturesIf you're a delivery-focused Technical Lead who thrives in complex, high-impact environments - apply now.Please note - due to the sensitive nature of this role, applicants will be required to hold, or have the ability to achieve and maintain, active UK Security Clearance. #J-18808-Ljbffr