Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - 65,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
- Date: 21 hours ago
Description:
Role: Java Developer
Type: Fixed Term Contract (will be converted to PERM)
Location: Newcastle, UK (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 monthsRole Overview
We’re looking for an experienced Java Developer to join a high-performing engineering team delivering secure, scalable, enterprise-grade systems. You’ll be working on modernising platforms using Spring Boot and microservices architecture, deploying into cloud environments (AWS), and contributing to best-in-class engineering practices. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-impact systems within a collaborative Agile environment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain Java-based microservices using JDK 11+ and Spring Boot
Design and build modular, scalable, and maintainable applications
Work with enterprise middleware including WebLogic Server and CAS SDK
Collaborate with cloud and infrastructure teams to deploy solutions into AWS
Contribute to containerised deployments (Docker/Kubernetes)
Promote engineering best practices including:
Test Driven Development (TDD)
Continuous Integration / Continuous Testing
Coding standards & branching strategies
Support system design by helping decompose monolithic systems into microservices
Partner with QA teams to ensure both functional and non-functional testing
Actively participate in Agile Scrum ceremoniesRequired Skills & Experience
Strong hands-on experience with Java (JDK 11+)
Proven development experience using Spring Boot
Experience building and integrating microservices architectures
Familiarity with AWS cloud services
Experience with enterprise middleware (WebLogic, CAS or similar)
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologiesDesirable Skills
Experience with Docker / Kubernetes
Exposure to API security protocols (OAuth, JWT, CAS)
Experience working in large enterprise environments
Knowledge of test automation frameworksWhat You’ll Get
Opportunity to work on large-scale, modernisation projects
Collaborative and forward-thinking engineering culture
Exposure to cutting-edge cloud and microservices technologies
Long-term contract with potential extensions???? Apply Now If you’re a passionate Java Developer looking to work on impactful projects in a dynamic Agile environment, we’d love to hear from you