Senior Java Developer

Proactive Appointments; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading enterprise organisation in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Java Developer to join its high-performing engineering team. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge enterprise platforms in a hybrid environment, requiring expertise in Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and REST APIs. Candidates should ideally have experience in large-scale enterprise settings and comfort with Agile methodologies. The position promises long-term project stability and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge enterprise platforms

Collaborative Agile environment

Long-term project stability

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software design and development with Java-based technologies.
• Experience in a senior developer or technical leadership role.
• Strong, hands-on expertise with Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain high-volume enterprise systems.
• Develop REST APIs and work with containerization tools.
• Mentor and guide technical teams.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices architecture

REST APIs

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Angular

JavaScript

Bootstrap

Agile/Scrum

Job description

Senior Java Developer

Hybrid - 2 days onsite

Our client, a leading enterprise organisation undergoing significant digital transformation, is seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer to join their high‑performing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys working with modern Java technologies at scale.

What you'll bring

• Proven experience in software design and development with Java‑based technologies
• Experience in a senior developer or technical leadership role
• Strong, hands‑on expertise with Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture
• Solid experience building REST APIs and working with containerisation tools such as Kubernetes or OpenShift
• Strong RDBMS skills and experience working with high‑volume enterprise systems
• Front End development capability with Angular, JavaScript, and Bootstrap
• Background in large‑scale, high‑transaction enterprise environments
• Ideally, exposure to telecom domains such as BSS/OSS, Billing, CRM, Self‑Service, or Product Catalogue
• Experience mentoring or guiding technical teams is highly advantageous
• Comfortable working within Agile/Scrum delivery models

What's on offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge enterprise platforms
• Collaborative, Agile environment with strong technical leadership
• Long‑term project stability and excellent career visibility
• Competitive rates/salary based on experience

If you're a Senior Java Developer ready to step into a role with real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Java Developer

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