Back end developer

🚀 Java Back-End Developer (Azure / AWS) – Contract | London (Hybrid)


Contract: 12+ months

IR35: Outside IR35

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)


We are supporting a consultancy delivering enterprise-scale technology programmes for a major client. They are seeking an experienced Java Back-End Developer with strong cloud (Azure/AWS) expertise to join a long-term engagement working on modern, microservices-based systems.

This role suits a senior engineer who enjoys hands-on development, cloud-native architectures, and working within agile, high-performing teams.


💡 Key Responsibilities

* Collaborate closely with fellow developers and technical stakeholders
* Design and implement microservices using the Spring Boot framework
* Work across the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
* Integrate microservices with databases and external systems
* Work with streaming technologies such as Kafka
* Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines in Azure and/or AWS
* Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects
* Write and maintain automated test cases to ensure design and quality standards are met
* Produce clear and well-structured technical documentation for microservices


✅ Essential Skills & Experience

* Strong development experience with Java (SDK 8 or later)
* Proven experience building microservices using Spring Boot
* Hands-on experience with Azure or AWS, including service integration and development
* Experience working with relational databases (Oracle or similar)
* Understanding of Agile methodologies and the full SDLC
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Proactive, delivery-focused mindset with a positive attitude


⭐ Desirable (Nice to Have)

* Front-end development experience with React
* Familiarity with financial markets, instruments, or trade lifecycle
* Ability to write and optimise SQL
* Experience with event-driven or streaming architectures


🎓 Qualifications & Background

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
* 10+ years of overall IT industry experience
* Proven experience working in Agile delivery environments
* Strong track record of collaborating effectively within high-performing teams


🤝 Why Consider This Role?

* Long-term Outside IR35 contract
* Opportunity to work on complex, enterprise-scale systems
* Hybrid working model based in London
* Consultancy-led environment with strong engineering standards


📩 Interested?

Apply with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.