Remote Java Developer - Cloud & Microservices Modernisation

Experis UK; Lincoln; Remote; GBP 72,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis UK is recruiting an Application Developer to join a government-focused delivery programme. The role involves designing, building, and migrating Java-based applications to modern cloud-enabled solutions, with a strong emphasis on reliability and security.

Work is remote within the UK with occasional travel to client sites or offices. The contract runs for 12 months with a daily umbrella rate of up to £450, and requires UK residency for the last five years.

Qualifications

• Proven Java development experience in commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of Spring Framework and RESTful services.
• Experience in UNIX/Linux environments and SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based application components.
• Refactor and migrate legacy applications to modern cloud-based architectures.
• Collaborate with IBM and DWP teams to deliver programme objectives.
• Develop and support RESTful services and web applications.
• Contribute to technical design discussions and implementations.
• Ensure code quality through testing, peer reviews, and assurance activities.
• Participate in Agile delivery ceremonies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support deployment, troubleshooting, and production issue resolution.
• Maintain technical documentation and development standards.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

UNIX/Linux

SQL

Secure coding principles

Agile delivery

Stakeholder communication

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

AWS

Job description

Experis UK is recruiting an Application Developer to join a government-focused delivery programme. The role involves designing, building, and migrating Java-based applications to modern cloud-enabled solutions, with a strong emphasis on reliability and security.

Work is remote within the UK with occasional travel to client sites or offices. The contract runs for 12 months with a daily umbrella rate of up to £450, and requires UK residency for the last five years.