Java Developer

Majorplayers.co.uk; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting company seeks an experienced Java Developer for a 3-month hybrid contract in London. Join a collaborative team to design and build microservices, mentor junior developers, and work with cutting-edge technologies like Kafka and Kubernetes, all in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience with Java, Kafka, and Kubernetes.
• Solid understanding of microservices and container-based architecture.
• Experience with build tools like Jenkins, Maven, or Gradle.

Responsibilities

• Designing and testing microservice-based applications using Java and Docker.
• Working with Kafka for event-driven architectures.
• Supporting and mentoring junior developers.

Skills

Java

Kafka

Kubernetes

Microservices

APIs

Agile methodologies

Event-driven architecture

TDD

Tools

Docker

Jenkins

Maven

Gradle

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

Java Developer - Java Engineer - Java - Kafka - TDD - Hybrid - 3 Months - £620/650(Inside IR35) - London

We're working with one of the UK's leading broadcast providers who are looking for an experienced Java Developer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

What you'll be doing:

• Designing, building, and testing microservice-based applications using Java, Docker, and Kubernetes

• Working with Kafka to build event-driven architectures

• Collaborating closely with other engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices

• Supporting and mentoring junior developers and contributing to internal training efforts

• Creating scalable, maintainable, and extensible systems that support large-scale operations

• Promoting and applying TDD, BDD, and Agile principles throughout the team

What we're looking for:

• Strong commercial experience with Java, Kafka, and Kubernetes

• Solid understanding of microservices and container-based architecture

• Experience with build and config tools like Jenkins, Maven, or Gradle

• Familiarity with observability tools such as Prometheus and Grafana

• Working knowledge of software design principles and event-driven architecture

• Hands-on experience with APIs, MQTT (IoT), and test-driven development

• Background in Agile methodologies such as XP or Scrum

If you're a passionate Java Engineer who thrives in fast-paced, tech-forward environments, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to be part of an exciting project with real impact.