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Senior, Software Engineer, Backend (Java)

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Senior, Software Engineer, Backend (Java)

Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors, who love to solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Back End Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One Software Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One.

What You’ll Do:

  • Collaborate with and across Agile teams to design, develop, test, implement, and support technical solutions in full-stack development tools and technologies

  • Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal & external technology communities, mentoring other members of the engineering community

  • Collaborate with digital product managers, and deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment

  • Utilize programming like Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree

  • At least 3 years of professional software engineering experience ( experience does not apply)

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in at least one of the following: Java, Scala, Python, Go

  • 1+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service

  • 3+ years of experience in open source frameworks

  • 2+ years of experience in Agile practices

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Chicago, IL: $144,200 - $64,600 for Principal Associate Senior Software Engineer; 144,200 - 164,600 for Senior Software Engineer

McLean, VA: 158,600 - 181,000 for Principal Associate Senior Software Engineer; 158,600 - 181,000 for Senior Software Engineer

Richmond, VA: 144,200 - 164,600 for Principal Associate Senior Software Engineer; 144,200 - 164,600 for Senior Software Engineer

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including /vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

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For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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Web Development Team Lead

London, London £50000 - £55000 Annually Rayner Personnel

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Web Development Team Lead
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000

Be the driving force behind the next generation of our property tech platform.

We’re looking for a hands-on technical leader who can balance writing code with leading a talented dev team . This isn’t about throwing everything away and starting fresh - it’s about smart evolution : scaling our platform, modernising where it matters, and keeping business needs front and centre.
You’ll own architecture decisions , speed up feature delivery, and take the weight off the CTO’s shoulders - all while helping your team level up.
 
What You’ll Do
Architect & Innovate
  • Review our existing PHP + Vue architecture and decide what stays, what goes, and what moves to Node/Next
  • Gradually introduce modular or microservice structures only when they add real value
  • Work with the CTO on strategy while confidently making your own calls
Code & Deliver (≈50% of your time)
  • Build and maintain in PHP/Vue for current services
  • Develop new features in Node/Next
  • Refactor, review, and maintain clean, consistent code
Lead & Develop People (≈50% of your time)
  • Mentor mid-level and senior developers, run 1:1s, and map their growth paths
  • Organise workflows, code reviews, and DevOps processes
  • Balance urgent tasks with strategic priorities, keeping delivery smooth
Bridge Tech & Business
  • Turn user pain points into smart, technical solutions
  • Partner with product managers to prioritise high-impact features
  • Release MVPs quickly, gather feedback, and iterate
Optimise DevOps
  • Improve CI/CD pipelines and Docker usage
  • Implement automated testing and service monitoring
  • Make deployments fast, reliable, and drama-free
  
 You’ll Succeed If You Have…
Must-Haves
  • 3–5+ years as a team lead, tech lead, or principal engineer
  • Hands-on Node.js & major frontend framework experience (React/Vue)
  • Proven ability to work with existing PHP codebases (Laravel/legacy)
  • CI/CD, basic Docker, automated testing know-how
  • Track record of building and developing teams (5–10 people)
  • Strong English communication skills (Upper-Intermediate+)
Nice-to-Haves
  • Kubernetes, Terraform, or advanced DevOps skills
  • Experience leading monolith → microservices transitions
  • Past CTO/startup founder perspective
  • Wider tech stack knowledge for creative problem solving
  
Why This Role Is a Game-Changer
  • Player-Coach Role – Half coding, half leading
  • Impact From Day One – Every decision you make shapes the platform’s future
  • Startup Agility – Move fast, avoid unnecessary bureaucracy
  • Career Growth – Scale your leadership scope as the product scales
  
 Apply now for this Web Development Team Lead role and take charge of architecture, build a high-performing dev team, and lead a platform transformation that impacts thousands of users.
  
Please Note: Rayner Personnel – Property Recruitment  are acting as a recruitment agency with regards to this position. By submitting your application, you are consenting to Rayner Personnel  processing and storing your data for the purposes of your job search.
 
We receive a great many applications for our vacancies and try to respond to as many as we can as quickly as possible. If you have not heard from a member of the team within 48 working hours, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful, but please feel that you may apply for other roles we are advertising in the future.
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Web Development Team Lead

EC1 London, London Rayner Personnel

Posted 8 days ago

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full time
Web Development Team Lead
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000

Be the driving force behind the next generation of our property tech platform.

We’re looking for a hands-on technical leader who can balance writing code with leading a talented dev team . This isn’t about throwing everything away and starting fresh - it’s about smart evolution : scaling our platform, modernising where it matters, and keeping business needs front and centre.
You’ll own architecture decisions , speed up feature delivery, and take the weight off the CTO’s shoulders - all while helping your team level up.
 
What You’ll Do
Architect & Innovate
  • Review our existing PHP + Vue architecture and decide what stays, what goes, and what moves to Node/Next
  • Gradually introduce modular or microservice structures only when they add real value
  • Work with the CTO on strategy while confidently making your own calls
Code & Deliver (≈50% of your time)
  • Build and maintain in PHP/Vue for current services
  • Develop new features in Node/Next
  • Refactor, review, and maintain clean, consistent code
Lead & Develop People (≈50% of your time)
  • Mentor mid-level and senior developers, run 1:1s, and map their growth paths
  • Organise workflows, code reviews, and DevOps processes
  • Balance urgent tasks with strategic priorities, keeping delivery smooth
Bridge Tech & Business
  • Turn user pain points into smart, technical solutions
  • Partner with product managers to prioritise high-impact features
  • Release MVPs quickly, gather feedback, and iterate
Optimise DevOps
  • Improve CI/CD pipelines and Docker usage
  • Implement automated testing and service monitoring
  • Make deployments fast, reliable, and drama-free
  
 You’ll Succeed If You Have…
Must-Haves
  • 3–5+ years as a team lead, tech lead, or principal engineer
  • Hands-on Node.js & major frontend framework experience (React/Vue)
  • Proven ability to work with existing PHP codebases (Laravel/legacy)
  • CI/CD, basic Docker, automated testing know-how
  • Track record of building and developing teams (5–10 people)
  • Strong English communication skills (Upper-Intermediate+)
Nice-to-Haves
  • Kubernetes, Terraform, or advanced DevOps skills
  • Experience leading monolith → microservices transitions
  • Past CTO/startup founder perspective
  • Wider tech stack knowledge for creative problem solving
  
Why This Role Is a Game-Changer
  • Player-Coach Role – Half coding, half leading
  • Impact From Day One – Every decision you make shapes the platform’s future
  • Startup Agility – Move fast, avoid unnecessary bureaucracy
  • Career Growth – Scale your leadership scope as the product scales
  
 Apply now for this Web Development Team Lead role and take charge of architecture, build a high-performing dev team, and lead a platform transformation that impacts thousands of users.
  
Please Note: Rayner Personnel – Property Recruitment  are acting as a recruitment agency with regards to this position. By submitting your application, you are consenting to Rayner Personnel  processing and storing your data for the purposes of your job search.
 
We receive a great many applications for our vacancies and try to respond to as many as we can as quickly as possible. If you have not heard from a member of the team within 48 working hours, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful, but please feel that you may apply for other roles we are advertising in the future.
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Web Design and Development Trainer

London, London £25 - £35 Hourly Rise Technical Recruitment

Posted 10 days ago

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Web Design & Development Trainer


Remote | 25-35/hour | 3-Month Contract | Outside IR35
Evenings Only | 16 Hours/Week | Monday to Thursday, 6pm to 9pm

Are you a skilled Web Developer with a passion for teaching?

Do you want to help others launch rewarding careers in tech through hands-on, practical training?

A leading and fast-growing training provider is looking for an experienced Web Design & Development Trainer to deliver high-impact virtual training to adult learners and career changers across the UK.



What You'll Do:

  • Deliver live, instructor-led training in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Adapt your teaching to a variety of learner levels and backgrounds
  • Provide technical explanations, feedback, and one-to-one support as needed
  • Deliver training sessions remotely, Monday to Thursday, 6pm to 9pm (12 hours teaching + 4 hours planning per week)


What We're Looking For:

  • Solid hands-on experience in front-end web development
  • Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related best practices
  • Experience teaching, mentoring, or training others (formal qualification not essential)
  • Must have the right to work in the UK


This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, helping others start new careers in tech while working remotely and flexibly.


To apply or find out more, contact Ilyas Shirwani at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment agency. This contract is Outside IR35.


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Web Design and Development Trainer

EC1 London, London Rise Technical Recruitment

Posted 13 days ago

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Web Design & Development Trainer


Remote | 25-35/hour | 3-Month Contract | Outside IR35
Evenings Only | 16 Hours/Week | Monday to Thursday, 6pm to 9pm

Are you a skilled Web Developer with a passion for teaching?

Do you want to help others launch rewarding careers in tech through hands-on, practical training?

A leading and fast-growing training provider is looking for an experienced Web Design & Development Trainer to deliver high-impact virtual training to adult learners and career changers across the UK.



What You'll Do:

  • Deliver live, instructor-led training in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Adapt your teaching to a variety of learner levels and backgrounds
  • Provide technical explanations, feedback, and one-to-one support as needed
  • Deliver training sessions remotely, Monday to Thursday, 6pm to 9pm (12 hours teaching + 4 hours planning per week)


What We're Looking For:

  • Solid hands-on experience in front-end web development
  • Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related best practices
  • Experience teaching, mentoring, or training others (formal qualification not essential)
  • Must have the right to work in the UK


This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, helping others start new careers in tech while working remotely and flexibly.


To apply or find out more, contact Ilyas Shirwani at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment agency. This contract is Outside IR35.


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Java Developer

Edinburgh, Scotland £400 - £475 Daily Hays Technology

Posted 4 days ago

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Your New Company and Role


A forward-thinking public sector organisation is looking for an experienced Java Developer to join a collaborative, agile team working on the development and enhancement of key digital services.

You'll be contributing to the greenfield development of a new digital service and enhancing existing platforms to improve user experience, accessibility, and operational efficiency. The team follows modern engineering practices, including XP, TDD, and DevOps, and is committed to delivering high-quality, user-focused digital products.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a multi-functional team that values continuous improvement, collaboration, and technical excellence.


What You'll Need to Succeed

You'll bring strong commercial experience in Java development and a passion for building robust, user-centred digital services. Key skills and experience include:

Essential Skills

  • Java 17+ and Spring Boot microservices
  • REST API development
  • SQL and data modelling (ideally PostgreSQL)
  • AWS and OpenShift
  • CI/CD and modern DevOps practices
  • Cloud monitoring and observability tools
  • Infrastructure as Code

    Desirable Skills
  • Front-end development with React, HTML/CSS, and accessibility awareness
  • AWS services such as Lambda, S3, Aurora, API Gateway, CDK, CloudFormation
  • Testing frameworks like Cypress
  • Jenkins, Docker
  • OAuth2, Spring Web Flow, Spring MVC
  • Thymeleaf and TypeScript



What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Java Developer

Greater Manchester, North West £50000 - £55000 Annually Nextech Group Ltd

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Role: Java Developer - Microservices | AWS | Kafka

Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days onsite)

Salary: Up to 55,000 DOE

My client is looking for a talented Java Developer to join their growing engineering team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-scale, cloud-native systems using modern technologies in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

The Role:

  • Java and the full Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Data, Spring Cloud Stream)
  • Kafka, MongoDB, ElasticSearch, and Redis
  • AWS cloud services including Lambda, Step Functions, and general serverless architecture
  • Docker and Kubernetes in modern DevOps environments
  • Test-driven development (TDD) and clean architecture principles (DDD)
  • You'll also contribute to architecture discussions, peer reviews, and technical presentations within the team.

What They're Looking For:

  • ~5 years' experience in a hands-on development role.
  • Experience working within highly regulated businesses (finance, insurance etc)
  • Strong Java development experience using Spring-based frameworks
  • Knowledge of distributed systems and microservices best practices
  • Hands-on with Kafka, NoSQL/ElasticSearch, and containerised environments
  • Experience with AWS services and cloud-native design
  • Comfortable working in Agile teams and contributing to technical direction

Benefits:

  • Life assurance & group income protection
  • Private medical insurance (with options to add dependents)
  • Generous holiday allowance plus holiday buy/sell
  • Personal & Wellbeing Account - up to 300 for health, learning, or hobbies
  • Employee Assistance Programme & app (mental health, GP, physio, nutrition, and more)
  • Group personal pension - up to 16% total contributions based on service
  • Health cash plan & dental cover options
  • Critical illness & personal accident insurance
  • Electric car scheme & tech purchase scheme
  • Cycle to work & season ticket loans
  • Retail discounts & tastecard
  • Travel insurance and charitable giving options

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a business that is experiencing significant growth and investing in its future success. If you have the skills and experience outlined above, then please send your updated CV to (url removed)

Please note: This role requires all candidates to have no current or future requirement for sponsorship to work in the UK.

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Java Developer

£475 - £500 Daily ISR RECRUITMENT LIMITED

Posted 10 days ago

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  • Senior Java Developer (Government Digital Services)
  • 6 month contract (initially)
  • Remote Working (plus occasional travel to client-site in the North East)
  • 475 to 500 per day (Outside-IR35)

The Opportunity:

You will be consulting on a high-profile discovery project focused on assessing and modernising three legacy digital services for a prominent public sector client.

We are looking for a Senior Java Developer with a growing focus on solution architecture, ideally someone who can stay hands-on with the code while also shaping strategy and long-term technical direction.

The engagement will start with a technical discovery and assessment phase, focused on understanding the current state and recommending a future path to refactor and migrate to cloud, where you will help deliver a detailed assessment of a number of legacy digital services, using your familiarity with common legacy challenged to shape the strategy for refactoring and cloud migration (AWS).

You will come from a hands-on software engineering background with technical architecture experience, as well as having delivered projects into government departments, ideally operating across the GDS framework.

The technology stack for this project is Java, Git, Jenkins and AWS.

Skills and Experience:

  • Proven background as a hands-on Software Engineer, with experience working with Government departments or GDS environments
  • Strong Java engineering background, with experience across legacy and modern stacks
  • Must be able to identify current technical state, including architecture, codebase, dependencies, infrastructure and CI/CD maturity
  • Experience planning and delivering refactoring and cloud migration projects
  • Familiarity in dealing with legacy challenges (outdated libraries, monolithic design, unsupported databases, etc.)
  • Strong knowledge of Git and platforms like GitHub or GitLab for version control and collaboration
  • Able to provide technical input to roadmaps and produce delivery plans

NB: Candidates must be eligible for BPSS security clearance which will processed following successful interviews (7-10 days).

Applications:

To learn more about this newly created opportunity consulting as a Java Software Developer for an initial 6 month engagement, consulting on a remote-working basis; please call and speak with James Sample here at ISR Recruitmentor please send through a copy of your latest online profile and/or CVfor an immediate call back in the strictest confidence.

Please contact James here at ISR to learn more about our client and how they are leadingin developing the next-generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?

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Java Developer

Whitkirk, Yorkshire and the Humber £60000 Annually Marmion

Posted 10 days ago

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permanent
Java Developer – ERP Integration -  Java, C#

Candidates MUST BE A UK RESIDENT with FULL UK working rights residing within commutable distance to LEEDS. Please note we CANNOT  offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates

 
Key Benefits:
  • £60,000 pa , Dependent on Experience
  • Leeds – Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
  • Excellent Career Development Opportunities and Training Development Schemes
  • Employee Cash Health Plan
  • Pension and Bonus Scheme
  • Must be UK resident with full UK working rights residing within commutable distant to Leeds.
  • Please note we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.
 
Why apply?
Are you a passionate Java Developer looking to take ownership of your work in a collaborative, hands-on environment? This is an opportunity to join a growing ERP integrations software provider based in Leeds. If you enjoy working on complex systems and with new technology , bringing new ideas to the table, and having real impact on product evolution then this could be the role for you.
 
Key Skills:
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar Java developer
  • Proficiency in Java and C# .
  • Experience using Visual Studio and IntelliJ .
  • Knowledge of SQL (DDL, DML, Views, Procedures).
  • Familiar with version control (GIT ), DevOps tools, XML/XSLT , and both SOAP and REST APIs .
  • Strong understanding of software development principles and translating business needs into technical solutions.
 
Desirable:
  • ERP integration experience, ideally with Sage or SAP Business One.
  • Familiarity with ASP.NET MVC and Azure DevOps.
  • Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
 
The Role
Reporting directly to the Technical Director you’ll take a hands-on role in the development and maintenance of both core and satellite applications. You will cover the full development lifecycle, from writing Java code and managing deployments, to supporting testing and resolving tickets. This position requires working with Java (90%) as the primary language, with additional development in C# (10%) for complementary tools and integrations.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop, maintain, and upgrade Java-based applications.
  • Support and enhance C# based satellite applications (ERP Connectors, SAP B1 add-ons).
  • Engage in code reviews, documentation, and sprint planning.
  • Engaging in the testing process and contribute towards future automation strategies.
  • Collaborating with the support team to resolve complex bugs and raised tickets.
  • Maintain and update third-party library dependencies (Java JRE, Jetty, Chilkat, nSoftware AS2).
  • Use Azure DevOps for sprint planning, ticket management, coding, testing, and release cycles.
 
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:
  • A proactive and collaborative mindset.
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
  • Excellent time management and adaptability.
  • A commitment to clean code and user-centric design.
  • A continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to learn new tools and technologies.
 
Our Client
Our client is a well-established provider of ERP integration software and services, who have developed
a fully adaptable solution, designed to integrate systems, improve efficiency, and increase productivity
for their clients.
 
If you feel you are suitable, please apply today by submitting your CV. Alternatively, to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Jonny McPartland directly on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) / (url removed).

Thank you for taking an interest in the role advertised. We'd like to confirm that each CV received is read thoroughly by a trained consultant; if your application is shortlisted then you will be contacted via telephone in the first instance. If we have not contacted you within 5 working days of your application, please understand that the CV received, and the information provided does not meet the requirements of the role. However, we endeavour to consider all applicants for future opportunities; should you wish to speak to the named consultant about your application, please contact us directly


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Java Developer

M1 Ancoats, North West Nextech Group Ltd

Posted 6 days ago

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full time

Role: Java Developer - Microservices | AWS | Kafka

Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 3 days onsite)

Salary: Up to 55,000 DOE

My client is looking for a talented Java Developer to join their growing engineering team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-scale, cloud-native systems using modern technologies in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

The Role:

  • Java and the full Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Data, Spring Cloud Stream)
  • Kafka, MongoDB, ElasticSearch, and Redis
  • AWS cloud services including Lambda, Step Functions, and general serverless architecture
  • Docker and Kubernetes in modern DevOps environments
  • Test-driven development (TDD) and clean architecture principles (DDD)
  • You'll also contribute to architecture discussions, peer reviews, and technical presentations within the team.

What They're Looking For:

  • ~5 years' experience in a hands-on development role.
  • Experience working within highly regulated businesses (finance, insurance etc)
  • Strong Java development experience using Spring-based frameworks
  • Knowledge of distributed systems and microservices best practices
  • Hands-on with Kafka, NoSQL/ElasticSearch, and containerised environments
  • Experience with AWS services and cloud-native design
  • Comfortable working in Agile teams and contributing to technical direction

Benefits:

  • Life assurance & group income protection
  • Private medical insurance (with options to add dependents)
  • Generous holiday allowance plus holiday buy/sell
  • Personal & Wellbeing Account - up to 300 for health, learning, or hobbies
  • Employee Assistance Programme & app (mental health, GP, physio, nutrition, and more)
  • Group personal pension - up to 16% total contributions based on service
  • Health cash plan & dental cover options
  • Critical illness & personal accident insurance
  • Electric car scheme & tech purchase scheme
  • Cycle to work & season ticket loans
  • Retail discounts & tastecard
  • Travel insurance and charitable giving options

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a business that is experiencing significant growth and investing in its future success. If you have the skills and experience outlined above, then please send your updated CV to (url removed)

Please note: This role requires all candidates to have no current or future requirement for sponsorship to work in the UK.

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Java Developer

Edinburgh, Scotland Hays Technology

Posted 6 days ago

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Your New Company and Role


A forward-thinking public sector organisation is looking for an experienced Java Developer to join a collaborative, agile team working on the development and enhancement of key digital services.

You'll be contributing to the greenfield development of a new digital service and enhancing existing platforms to improve user experience, accessibility, and operational efficiency. The team follows modern engineering practices, including XP, TDD, and DevOps, and is committed to delivering high-quality, user-focused digital products.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a multi-functional team that values continuous improvement, collaboration, and technical excellence.


What You'll Need to Succeed

You'll bring strong commercial experience in Java development and a passion for building robust, user-centred digital services. Key skills and experience include:

Essential Skills

  • Java 17+ and Spring Boot microservices
  • REST API development
  • SQL and data modelling (ideally PostgreSQL)
  • AWS and OpenShift
  • CI/CD and modern DevOps practices
  • Cloud monitoring and observability tools
  • Infrastructure as Code

    Desirable Skills
  • Front-end development with React, HTML/CSS, and accessibility awareness
  • AWS services such as Lambda, S3, Aurora, API Gateway, CDK, CloudFormation
  • Testing frameworks like Cypress
  • Jenkins, Docker
  • OAuth2, Spring Web Flow, Spring MVC
  • Thymeleaf and TypeScript



What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

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