Senior Java Developer – Newcastle

CyberNorth

Newcastle upon Tyne

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

CyberNorth is seeking a Senior Java Developer to join our engineering team in Newcastle, contributing to enterprise-scale applications and microservices. You’ll design, develop, test and deploy robust software within Agile delivery squads.

The role emphasizes hands-on Java 8+ development, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs and collaboration with cross-functional teams. You’ll mentor juniors, participate in CI/CD and work with relational and NoSQL databases in a dynamic, security-conscious environment.

Qualifications

Professional experience developing applications using Java 8 or above.
Experience with Spring Framework and Spring Boot.
Experience developing RESTful APIs and microservices.
Experience with object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases including MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
Experience with Python and Shell scripting.
Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments.
Experience mentoring or supporting junior developers.
Experience troubleshooting and resolving production issues.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise applications using Java 8+ and Spring Boot
Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
Collaborate with cross-functional Agile/Scrum teams to deliver software solutions
Troubleshoot and resolve production and application issues
Contribute to code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement activities
Mentor junior developers and support knowledge sharing within the team
Participate in CI/CD and automated testing practices
Work with relational and NoSQL database technologies

Skills

Java development

Spring Framework

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Agile/Scrum

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Spring Boot

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Oracle

MongoDB

Elasticsearch

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Hybrid Working: This role will require you to work from our Newcastle, Cobalt Business Park office 3 days per week.

Please Note: Due to the nature of client work you will be undertaking, you will need to be willing to go through a Security Clearance process as part of this role, which requires 5+ years UK address history at the point of application.

Note: The above information relates to a specific client requirement.

As a Team

Our Advanced Technology Centre is a thriving technology and innovation hub from where we deliver high quality services to several private and public sector clients.

You’ll learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture that thrives with shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways.

If you’re looking for an exciting career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you. As part of our distributed team, you’ll be working with groundbreaking technologies and will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of new skills on the job.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Java Developer to join our engineering team supporting the development and maintenance of enterprise-scale applications and microservices solutions. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality software solutions within Agile delivery teams.

This role requires hands-on experience with Java development, modern backend frameworks, database technologies, and collaborative software delivery practices.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise applications using Java 8+ and Spring Boot
Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
Collaborate with cross-functional Agile/Scrum teams to deliver software solutions
Troubleshoot and resolve production and application issues
Contribute to code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement activities
Mentor junior developers and support knowledge sharing within the team
Participate in CI/CD and automated testing practices
Work with relational and NoSQL database technologies

Qualification

Required Qualifications

Professional experience developing applications using Java 8 or above
Experience with Spring Framework and Spring Boot
Experience developing RESTful APIs and microservices
Experience with object-oriented programming principles and design patterns
Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases including MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB
Experience with Python and Shell scripting
Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments
Experience mentoring or supporting junior developers
Experience troubleshooting and resolving production issues

Preferred Qualifications