Java Engineer: Legacy Modernisation & Data Migration

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Telford; On-site; GBP 77,083 - 101,143; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing and workforce solutions company is looking for a Java Engineer in Telford, United Kingdom. In this 6-month contract role, you will be responsible for modernizing Java applications and ensuring compliance and risk reduction in a regulated environment. The role demands strong Java and database skills, with an emphasis on collaborative testing and agile methodologies. If you excel in innovative problem-solving and have a keen eye for detail, join this dynamic team to make an impact ahead of critical timelines.

Qualifications

• Strong Java programming skills with expertise in JDBC, JSP/Servlets, and Spring.
• Experience in legacy system remediation and security gap diagnostics.
• Comfort in collaborating with DBAs for schema and performance optimization.
• Knowledge of practical test design and defect management.
• Familiarity with version control tools like Git/TFS.
• Adaptable to various technologies and methodologies, including AI assistance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Java applications to identify dependencies and vulnerabilities.
• Design low-risk remediation strategies for data access and error handling.
• Collaborate with DBAs for schema and SQL query optimization post-migration.
• Build and execute comprehensive test plans for multiple test phases.
• Contribute to release documentation and support change approvals.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and coordinate with related streams.

Skills

Strong Java: Core Java, JDBC, JSP/Servlets, Spring Framework

Legacy remediation in regulated environments

Database fluency

Quality engineering

Delivery habits: version control (Git/TFS)

Flexibility in adapting to approaches and technologies

Innovative thinking and strong problem-solving skills

Job description

A leading staffing and workforce solutions company is looking for a Java Engineer in Telford, United Kingdom. In this 6-month contract role, you will be responsible for modernizing Java applications and ensuring compliance and risk reduction in a regulated environment. The role demands strong Java and database skills, with an emphasis on collaborative testing and agile methodologies. If you excel in innovative problem-solving and have a keen eye for detail, join this dynamic team to make an impact ahead of critical timelines.