Java Developer

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Java & Full Stack Developer to join a dynamic digital engineering team on a high-impact engagement for a leading UK bank. Delivered via a tier one consultancy, this role involves building robust, scalable applications within a modern, cloud-native architecture. Key Responsibilities: Design & Develop: Build front-end and back-end components of enterprise applications using modern frameworks and best practices. System Integration: Connect new services with existing systems and APIs. Maintain & Optimize: Ensure performance, security, and reliability of applications in production environments. Collaboration: Engage with technical teams and stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable solutions. Modern Practices: Apply agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and containerization. Problem-Solving: Diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently. Skills & Experience: Java: Strong programming skills with Java SE LTS 21. Full Stack: Proven experience across front-end (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and back-end development. Frameworks: Proficiency with Spring Boot, Hibernate, and observability tools such as OpenTelemetry. Front-End Libraries: Familiarity with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or similar). Databases: Experience with relational (SQL Server, Azure SQL) and non-relational databases. Cloud: Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS; understanding of cloud-native architectures. DevOps & CI/CD: Practical knowledge of Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes. Testing: Experience with unit, integration, and automated testing frameworks. Soft Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively in agile environments. Preferred: Experience in financial services or large-scale digital transformation projects. This is an inside IR35 contract role working via umbrella company and will require 1-2 days work onsite per week.