Java Engineer

In this role, you will design, develop and deliver secure, scalable Java applications that support the modernisation of critical UK public services. Working with Java, Spring Boot and AWS, you'll take ownership of software development activities, from solution design and implementation through to testing, deployment and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise, explore innovative approaches and contribute to cloud-native solutions that deliver measurable value for our clients.

You'll collaborate closely with Product Owners, Architects, Business Analysts and Dev Ops Engineers in a supportive Agile environment where your ideas and expertise are valued. You'll help shape technical decisions, champion engineering best practices and ensure solutions meet the demanding security, governance and compliance requirements of public sector environments. Through knowledge sharing, collaboration and continuous learning, you'll strengthen your technical capabilities while contributing to the success of the wider team.,

• Design & Develop:
  Build, test and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Java and Spring Boot, ensuring performance, reliability and scalability.
• Build & Innovate:
  Develop cloud-native applications using AWS services, applying modern architectural patterns and cloud engineering best practices.
• Optimise & Integrate:
  Design and optimise database solutions using PostgreSQL and DynamoDB, supporting efficient data management and application performance.
• Develop & Connect:
  Create secure RESTful APIs and microservices that enable reliable integration between systems and services.
• Automate & Deliver:
  Support CI/CD pipelines, automated testing and deployment processes to improve delivery efficiency and software quality.
• Secure & Assure:
  Apply secure coding practices, conduct code reviews and ensure solutions meet public sector security, governance and compliance standards.
• Collaborate & Contribute:
  Work across multidisciplinary Agile teams, actively participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives and backlog refinement.
• Improve & Evolve:
  Identify opportunities to enhance application performance, engineering processes and technical solutions through continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

To succeed in this role, you should have strong hands‑on experience developing Java applications using Spring Boot, alongside practical knowledge of AWS cloud services, modern database technologies and microservices architectures. You'll bring an understanding of software engineering best practices and experience delivering secure, reliable solutions within Agile environments. Experience working in the public sector or similarly regulated environments will be important, alongside a collaborative mindset, strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to technical excellence.

• Java & Spring Boot:
  Proven experience developing, testing and maintaining enterprise applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• AWS Cloud Technologies:
  Hands‑on experience with AWS services and developing scalable, cloud‑native applications.
• Database Technologies:
  Strong working knowledge of PostgreSQL and DynamoDB, including database development, integration and optimisation.
• Microservices & APIs:
  Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices‑based architectures.
• Software Engineering Practices:
  Strong understanding of automated testing, code quality, secure development and maintainable software design.
• Agile Delivery:
  Experience working within Scrum, Kanban or similar Agile delivery frameworks.
• Public Sector
  
  Experience:
  
  Experience delivering technology solutions within the UK public sector or other highly regulated environments.
• Collaboration &…