Remote Java Developer - Cloud & Microservices Migration UK

Undisclosed Company; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 72,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis is seeking an Application Developer to join a large-scale transformation project with a government client. The role focuses on designing, building, and assuring changes as legacy systems are migrated to modern cloud-based solutions built on Java, AWS, and microservices.

You will work with IBM delivery teams and DWP stakeholders across the full software lifecycle to ensure scalable, high-quality applications during migration and modernization efforts.

Qualifications

• Proven commercial experience with Java and Spring Framework (backend focus).
• Experience in UNIX/Linux environments.
• Strong SQL development and database exposure.
• Familiarity with GitLab for source control and CI/CD.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and software engineering standards.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based application components.
• Support refactoring and migration of legacy applications to modern cloud-based architectures.
• Collaborate with IBM and DWP teams to meet programme objectives.
• Develop and support RESTful services and web applications.
• Contribute to technical design discussions and solution implementation.
• Ensure code quality through testing, peer reviews, and QA activities.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and drive continuous improvement.
• Support deployment, troubleshooting, and production issue resolution.
• Maintain technical documentation and development standards.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

UNIX/Linux

SQL

GitLab

Agile

Security best practices

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Tools

GitLab

AWS

Job description

Experis is seeking an Application Developer to join a large-scale transformation project with a government client. The role focuses on designing, building, and assuring changes as legacy systems are migrated to modern cloud-based solutions built on Java, AWS, and microservices.

You will work with IBM delivery teams and DWP stakeholders across the full software lifecycle to ensure scalable, high-quality applications during migration and modernization efforts.