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Java Developer

Summary

Builds and maintains backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices, with RESTful APIs and relational databases.

Salary: £? - ? per year

Requirements:
  • Proven experience as a Java Developer, Backend Developer, or Full Stack Developer.
  • Strong hands-on development experience with Java and object-oriented programming principles.
  • Experience building applications using Spring Boot, Spring MVC, RESTful APIs, and microservices.
  • Strong understanding of relational databases and SQL.
  • Experience with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle.
  • Experience using Git, Bitbucket, or similar version control platforms.
  • Familiarity with Maven or Gradle build and dependency management tools.
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices.
  • Previous experience working within Agile environments.
  • Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
  • Active SC Clearance required.
Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications and services.
  • Translate business and technical requirements into clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
  • Develop backend services, RESTful APIs, and integrations with internal and third-party systems.
  • Build and enhance solutions using Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate, and microservices architectures.
  • Work closely with Architects, Business Analysts, QA teams, Product Owners, and DevOps engineers throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Participate in code reviews and promote coding best practices and quality standards.
  • Support unit testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and defect resolution activities.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Support CI/CD delivery processes and automated deployment pipelines.
  • Produce and maintain technical documentation where required.
  • Troubleshoot production issues and contribute to application stability, performance, and reliability.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and software engineering best practices.
Technologies:
  • Backend
  • BitBucket
  • CI/CD
  • DevOps
  • Git
  • Gradle
  • Hibernate
  • Support
  • Java
  • Maven
  • MVC
  • MySQL
  • Oracle
  • PostgreSQL
  • SQL
  • Spring
  • Spring Boot
  • microservices
  • API
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • Cloud
  • CloudWatch
  • Confluence
  • Docker
  • Eclipse
  • GCP
  • IntelliJ
  • JIRA
  • Jenkins
  • Kibana
  • Kubernetes
  • Security
  • Splunk
  • VS Code

More:

We are hiring a Java Developer Contractor for a high-profile technology delivery programme. This is a 6-month contract based in London on a hybrid basis, with three days per week in the office. The role sits inside IR35 and offers a daily rate of £540 to £640 via umbrella. We are looking for a hands-on developer to help design, develop, and enhance enterprise-scale applications in a collaborative Agile environment, working closely with Architects, Business Analysts, Product Owners, QA teams, and DevOps engineers.

last updated 32 week of 2026

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