Java Developer - £400 (Inside IR35) - 12 Month Contract Location: Hybrid - Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, NewcastleMust have Government experienceMy client are seeking a Java Developer with strong expertise in Apache Kafka, Node.js, and AWS cloud services. The role involves designing and implementing scalable, event-driven architectures, building microservices, and deploying solutions in a cloud-native environment. Essential Skills & ExperienceStrong commercial experience with Java (core + modern frameworks)Hands-on experience with Node.jsProven background delivering solutions in AWS environmentsUnderstanding of microservices, APIs and distributed systemsExperience working in Agile / DevOps environmentsFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native toolingExperience with Kafka