Java Software Engineer

Explore Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Explore Group in London is seeking a Java/Camunda Engineer to join a hybrid, London-based technology consultancy building secure, human-centred AI orchestration and process automation for high-impact public sector initiatives. You will work with Camunda 7/8 (BPMN/DMN) and Zeebe, develop Java backends with Spring Boot, microservices and REST APIs, and collaborate in an autonomous, outcome-driven team.

The role offers a boutique, low-bureaucracy culture and opportunities to shape enterprise

Qualifications

• Experience with Java-based backend development
• Camunda BPMN/DMN experience
• Experience with microservices and REST APIs

Responsibilities

• Build secure, human-centred AI orchestration and process automation services for high-impact public sector initiatives.
• Work on Camunda 7/8 BPMN/DMN and Zeebe environments.
• Collaborate in a hybrid London-based team.

Skills

Java

Camunda 7/8

Spring Boot

Microservices

RESTful APIs

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Automated testing frameworks

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a specialist UK technology consultancy building secure, human-centred AI orchestration and process automation services for high-impact public sector initiatives.

They are looking for a Java/Camunda Engineer to join their London-based team in a hybrid setup.

Why this project stands out:

• High-Impact Mission: You will build resilient, enterprise digital services that millions rely on across key UK public services.
• Modern Process Orchestration: Deep hands-on work with Camunda 7 & 8 (BPMN/DMN), external workers, and migrating legacy process platforms to modern Camunda 8 (Zeebe) environments.
• Next-Gen AI Tech: Direct exposure to cutting-edge integrations between process automation workflows and agentic AI capabilities.
• Agile Consultancy Culture: Enjoy a boutique, low-bureaucracy environment built on autonomy, mutual trust, and outcomes over optics ("Human > Corporate").

The Tech Stack:

• Core Backend: Java, Spring Boot, microservice architectures, and RESTful APIs.
• Process Automation: Camunda 7/8 (BPMN, DMN, Zeebe).
• DevOps & Cloud: Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.