Java Software Engineers

Experis; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology staffing firm is offering multiple Java engineering roles within a major UK public-sector project. These remote-first positions range from junior developers to lead roles, requiring strong Java expertise and familiarity with frameworks like Spring and modern practices including microservices. You will work on greenfield projects and legacy systems, contributing to scalable services for millions. The positions are contract-based and last until at least September 2026.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Java.
• Familiarity with Spring/Spring Boot, Hibernate, Struts, JSF.
• Experience with microservices, APIs, and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Join a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
• Deliver modern, secure, scalable services.
• Engage in greenfield builds and legacy modernisation.

Skills

Java

Spring/Spring Boot

Hibernate

Docker

Kubernetes

Microservices

Agile

Job description

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Job Type: Contract
Industry: Engineering
Job reference: BBBH430542_1767900306
Posted: about 10 hours ago

Java Engineers - Multiple Contract Roles (Inside IR35) - Remote First

We are supporting a large-scale digital transformation programme within a major UK public-sector environment and have multiple Java engineering roles available across all levels, including:

• Lead Java Developer
• Java Developer
• Full Stack Engineer
• Junior Java Developer

Contract Overview

• Day Rate: £445-£510 per day (Inside IR35)
• Duration: Until September 2026 minimum (potential to Jan 2027)
• Location: Remote-first, occasional on-site in Manchester or Newcastle (up to 2 days/week)
• Clearance:
• 5 Years UK Residency
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship)

What You'll Be Working On

You'll join a multi-disciplinary engineering function delivering modern, secure, scalable services used by millions across the UK. The work involves greenfield builds, legacy modernisation, API development and microservices at enterprise scale.

Core Technical Skills

• Strong experience with Java
• Frameworks: Spring/Spring Boot, Hibernate, Struts, JSF
• Microservices, APIs, and distributed systems
• Containerisation: Docker, Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Swagger/OpenAPI
• Agile ways of working
• Public-sector experience advantageous but not essential

Who We're Looking For

Engineers who are collaborative, delivery-focused, and passionate about writing clean, maintainable code. Opportunities span from junior-level developers through to technical leaders. If you're interested in hearing more, please apply with your latest CV and we'll be in touch.