Senior Backend Developer

Lorien; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their Retail Development team in Leeds. You will design and build scalable Java microservices, mentor engineers, and enhance retail systems. Ideal candidates have strong experience in Java, Spring Framework, and microservices architecture, as well as proficiency in AWS and Docker. This role emphasizes technical excellence and collaboration, making it a vital position in shaping future retail systems.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java development and Spring Framework.
• Expertise in microservices architecture.
• Proficiency with AWS, Docker, SQL/NoSQL, and automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Java microservices using Spring Framework.
• Architect scalable, fault‑tolerant systems.
• Improve code quality, reduce technical debt, and enhance CI/CD pipelines.
• Mentor developers and foster a culture of growth.
• Participate in production support and on‑call rotation.

Skills

Java development

Spring Framework

Microservices architecture

Messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

AWS

Docker

SQL/NoSQL

Automated testing

Agile delivery mindset

DevOps experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their Retail Development team. You'll design and build scalable Java microservices, mentor engineers, and help shape the future of retail systems kiosks. This is a hands‑on role focused on technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop Java microservices using Spring Framework
• Architect scalable, fault‑tolerant systems
• Improve code quality, reduce technical debt, and enhance CI/CD pipelines
• Mentor developers and foster a culture of growth
• Participate in production support and on‑call rotation

What You'll Bring

• Strong experience in Java development and Spring Framework
• Expertise in microservices architecture
• Experience with messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
• Proficiency with AWS, Docker, SQL/NoSQL, and automated testing
• Agile delivery mindset and DevOps experience
• Ability to mentor and influence technical decisions

Bonus Points

• Experience with Python, TypeScript, Scala, or GraphQL
• Familiarity with advanced AWS services
• Background in sports betting or gaming industries

Personal Qualities

• Ownership mentality and customer‑focused approach
• Strategic thinker with a bias for action
• Passionate about learning and teaching
• Strong communicator and collaborator

Should this position be of interest please submit your CV and I will be in contact as required.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.