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Permanent, or Fixed Term Contract UK-wide Hybrid/Remote
About the role
Olive Jar Digital is at the forefront of enabling digital transformation for public sector and enterprise organisations.
We are looking for a highly capable Java Developer to join us in a high-impact digital transformation programme within the public sector.
You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary delivery team modernising services through agile methods and scalable architecture.
This is a hands-on development role, building secure, maintainable, and efficient services that directly support major business outcomes.
Responsibilities
* Designing, developing, and maintaining backend components for digital services using Java 23 and the Spring ecosystem
* Writing clean, tested, and well-documented code in line with CCS standards
* Implementing caching strategies with Ehcache for scalable performance
* Working in agile teams, attending daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
* Writing and executing unit tests with JUnit, and contributing to automated test coverage
* Supporting the setup and maintenance of Dev/Test pipelines, bug tracking, and sprint reporting in Jira
* Collaborating with UX designers, QAs, analysts, and delivery managers to deliver iteratively and incrementally
* Contributing to code reviews and documentation to support ongoing capability uplift within the team
Experience & Skills Required
* Strong experience developing secure, scalable backend services with Java and Spring Boot
* Experience working in agile environments (Scrum, Kanban) and delivering in sprints
* Solid understanding of modern software development practices including CI/CD, TDD, and version control
* Experience writing and maintaining automated tests as part of the development cycle
* Familiarity with Jira and Git-based workflows
* Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams
Benefits
* 25 Days Annual Leave per annum (plus 8 Bank Holidays as standard)
* Health Insurance
* Pension Scheme
* Annual Bonus Scheme
* Annual Salary Review
* Electric Car Scheme
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