Hybrid Full-Stack Software Engineer (Public Sector, Java/Spring)

Layer7; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 96,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Layer7 is seeking an experienced SFIA Level 5 Software Engineer to join a high-profile public sector delivery programme. You will be a strong full-stack engineer with Java-based backend and modern web development frameworks.

You will work within agile teams to design, develop, test, and deliver scalable digital services for government initiatives, with a hybrid work pattern and occasional onsite in Newcastle or Manchester.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience as a Software Engineer (SFIA Level 5 or equivalent).
• Expertise in Java/Spring Framework/Spring Boot.
• Experience building and maintaining microservices architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain high-quality software solutions across the full technology stack.
• Build and enhance Back End services using Java and Spring-based technologies.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Contribute to Front End development and user interface enhancements.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and CI/CD activities.
• Work with architects, product managers, delivery managers, and other teams.
• Ensure solutions meet security, accessibility, and performance standards.
• Support agile delivery practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Spring Boot

Microservices

Node.js

TypeScript

REST APIs

CI/CD

Agile

Front End Development

Tools

Git

Job description

Layer7 is seeking an experienced SFIA Level 5 Software Engineer to join a high-profile public sector delivery programme. You will be a strong full-stack engineer with Java-based backend and modern web development frameworks.

You will work within agile teams to design, develop, test, and deliver scalable digital services for government initiatives, with a hybrid work pattern and occasional onsite in Newcastle or Manchester.