Job Description
Java Developer – Satellite Systems (Microservices, Agile, Spring Boot)Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid - x3 days per week on-site) 12 month contractRates - Around £55 per hour (Inside IR35) Are you ready to work on technology that will launch the next generation of satellites?A leading global aerospace organisation is seeking a skilled Java Developer to join a dynamic 7-person Scrum team, working on a critical software system for a new satellite platform. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge space technology in a collaborative, agile environment.About the Role: You’ll be involved throughout the full software development lifecycle, from design through to testing. The role will focus on building high-performance, secure, and scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot, within a modern CI/CD DevOps setup.Key Responsibilities:
* Develop high-quality code as part of an Agile Scrum team
* Collaborate on the design and implementation of new product features
* Participate in sprint planning, estimations, and reviews
* Contribute to automated testing and continuous integration
Technical Skills Required:
* Strong core Java development (Java 8+)
* Spring Boot & Spring Framework (with Hibernate)
* RESTful web services over HTTPS
* Microservices architecture and distributed systems
* CI/CD pipelines and modern delivery tools
* Git for source control, Jira for issue tracking
* UML/SysML (e.g., using Enterprise Architect)
Desirable:
* Experience with automated testing frameworks
* Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
* Passion for innovation and a proactive mindset
* Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with stakeholders
What’s on Offer:
* Work on mission-critical systems in the space domain
* Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and quality
* Long-term career development within a high-tech environment
If you're a skilled Java Developer looking for a technically challenging and rewarding role in the aerospace and satellite sector, we’d love to hear from you.Reach out to Tom Johnson at Certain Advantage - Ref: 78155