Senior Java Engineer – Event Driven Systems, Kafka
If you're a backend engineer who thrives on solving hard problems in distributed systems and you're looking for a role that actually matters, this one's worth a look.
We're working with a specialist team in the defencetech space scaling a brand new platform. Think live coordination, secure messaging, and data sync that holds up under pressure. It’s built for real-world, high-consequence environments.
Why:
* Low-latency, event-streaming architecture powering real-time decisions
* Greenfield core. This is a full rebuild, not legacy work.
What you’ll bring:
* Solid experience with Java and Spring
* Expertise in Kafka
* Strong grasp of performance, resilience, and secure system design
* Comfortable building in environments where quality, traceability, and uptime are critical
* Familiarity with identity platforms (like Keycloak), containerised deployments, and CI/CD pipelines
You’ll need to be eligible for UK Security Check clearance. That means 5+ years of UK residency and a clean background.
Nice to have:
* Experience with messaging or sync platforms
* Knowledge of geo-redundant or stateful deployments
* Exposure to security tooling, trust models, or encrypted transport layers
Salary: £120,000
Senior Java Engineer – Event Driven Systems, Kafka