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We’re working with a major government organisation delivering large-scale digital transformation projects that directly improve services for millions across the UK.
You’ll join a collaborative engineering team using modern technologies to build secure, scalable, and high-performing applications that support critical public services.
Key Responsibilities
 * Develop and maintain high-quality, reliable Java-based applications and microservices
 * Contribute to the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) – design, build, test, deploy, and support
 * Work within Agile teams alongside DevOps, QA, and UX specialists
 * Implement best practices for code quality, security, and performance
 * Support continuous improvement and modernisation initiatives
Skills & Experience
 * Strong commercial experience with Java 11+ (Spring Boot, RESTful APIs)
 * Familiarity with AWS / Azure or similar cloud environments
 * Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.)
 * Exposure to Microservices architecture and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)
 * Understanding of Agile delivery and collaborative development practices
 * Previous public sector or large-scale enterprise experience is a plus
More information:
 * Hybrid working – 3 days per week on-site in Blackpool
 * Up to £700p/d inside IR35 for 12 months
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology and Engineering
Industries
Information Services and Software Development
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