Title: Java API Developer
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Knutsford (Hybrid/On-site as required)
Remote work possibility: No
Salary: Up to £430 per day (inside IR35)
Contract: Until end of Sept 2026
Clearance Requirement: Candidate must be eligible for BPSS
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain APIs and microservices using Core Java, Java 8, and Spring Boot
Build scalable and efficient solutions with RESTful APIs and Kafka
Collaborate with BAs and QA teams in an Agile/Scrum environment
Participate in sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups
Write unit and integration tests (JUnit, Cucumber); follow TDD practices
Perform code reviews, database tuning, and performance optimization
Contribute to the migration of legacy systems to modern platforms
Support release management and provide production support for critical issues
Maintain up-to-date technical documentation and project artefacts
Key Skills & Experience:
Strong Core Java & API development background
Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Kafka, REST APIs
Familiarity with GitHub/GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, and Jenkins
Experience writing SQL, stored procedures, and performance tuning
Exposure to AI/ML concepts is a plus
ReactJS experience is preferred but not required
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude