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Software Engineer; Java
Job in
Dorchester, Dorset County, OX10, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-11
Listing for:
Meritus
Full Time, Part Time, Contract
position Listed on 2026-02-11
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Backend Developer, Java Developer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
MERITUS are excited to be partnered with a growing Defence Consultancy. They're supporting a large Defence Client based in Dorchester. They're looking for an experienced SC Cleared Java Developer to join on a key project.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Java Software Engineer with strong experience in microservices, service-oriented architecture (SOA), APIs, and containerised environments to work on secure, mission-critical systems.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative technical team delivering high-performance, scalable Java applications within a complex networked environment. This role requires on-site working three days per week.
Active Security Clearance (SC) is required.
Main Responsibilities:
Design and develop Java-based microservices within a Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)
Define, build and integrate RESTful APIs for internal and third-party systems
Produce technical designs using UML and follow best practice software engineering standards
Develop and maintain containerised applications (e.g. Docker/Kubernetes environments)
Work with SQL databases and support TCP/IP-based networked applications
Required Skills:
Strong commercial experience in Java development within enterprise environments
Proven expertise in Microservices Architecture and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)
Experience designing and implementing APIs (REST, open APIs, third-party integrations)
Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking and network programming
Hands-on experience with Containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and SQL databases
Got your attention?
If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Software Engineer role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS
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