Java Software Engineer

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Job title: Java Developer / Architect

Location: Remote (occasional travel to Leeds/Manchester for workshops)

Employment Type: Permanent

Security Clearance: BPSS (Active/Lapse) or must be eligible for SC BPSS

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Java Developer/Architect to join our team. This is a high-impact role where you will design, build, and deliver scalable solutions in cloud-native and microservices-based environments. You will collaborate with architects, technical teams, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality software delivery aligned with best practices and governance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce low-level technical designs based on approved solutions
  • Develop and optimize microservices architecture applying design principles and patterns (Circuit Breaker, CQRS, Saga, Non-Blocking APIs, etc.)
  • Build event-driven systems using Kafka
  • Lead by example in technical delivery and best practices
  • Contribute to building robust CI/CD pipelines and Git flows
  • Ensure solutions meet cloud-native standards (AWS/Azure)
  • Proven track record of building enterprise-grade Java applications (Java 17+, ideally 21)
  • Strong expertise in Spring Boot (API development) and TDD/BDD (JUnit)
  • Hands-on experience with event-driven architecture and DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines)
  • Strong experience with NodeJS
  • Solid working knowledge of AWS services and cloud-based deployments
  • Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases (Postgres, MySQL, MongoDB)
  • Experience developing APIs, RESTful services, and microservice architectures
  • Hands-on experience with event-driven architecture with Kafka
  • Experience with Circuit Breaker, CQRS, Saga, Non-Blocking HTTP API patterns, etc.
  • Ability to lead teams and drive solutions from design to implementation
  • Produce low-level technical design based on the approved solution

Nice to Have

  • SC Security Clearance
  • Experience engaging with governance boards and architectural reviews

Interview Process

  • Teams Interview with Panel - tech team 2-3 people
  • Final Interview with Head of Practice

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology and Engineering

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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Location:
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Salary:
£80,000 - £100,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
IT & Technology

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