Java Engineer
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