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Java Developer

Summary

Develops backend services in Core Java and Spring Boot, deploys on Kubernetes, and writes unit/integration tests with JUnit; builds UI with Angular or React.

Salary: £? - ? per year

Requirements:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Core Java and functional programming concepts.
  • At least 5 years of hands-on experience with Spring, Spring REST, Spring Boot, and JPA.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience deploying and managing applications on Kubernetes.
  • Working knowledge of Angular and React UI frameworks, with 2+ years of experience.
  • Deep expertise in JUnit and integration testing, with 5+ years of experience.
  • Ability to write efficient and optimized SQL queries, with 3+ years of experience.
  • Solid understanding of Agile practices and principles.
  • Experience with continuous integration and deployment pipelines.
  • Strong grasp of software design principles and patterns.
  • Experience with public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Kafka, MQ, or other streaming services is preferred.
  • Exposure to AI-assisted development tools such as Co-pilot is preferred.
Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and maintain robust Java-based applications.
  • Deliver secure, stable, and scalable solutions across various business and technical domains.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
  • Take ownership of projects and proactively identify and resolve issues.
  • Ensure best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
Technologies:
  • AI
  • AWS
  • Angular
  • Azure
  • Cloud
  • GCP
  • JPA
  • JUnit
  • Java
  • Kafka
  • Kubernetes
  • REST
  • React
  • SQL
  • Spring
  • Spring Boot
  • UX UI Design
  • CI/CD

More:

We are seeking a Java Developer for a 6-month contract role in Glasgow, working inside IR35. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to secure, stable, and scalable solutions across a variety of business and technical domains while collaborating with cross-functional teams. We value strong technical expertise, ownership, and a commitment to best practices in software delivery.

last updated 32 week of 2026

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