We are looking for a Backend Software Engineer with strong experience in Kotlin and/or Java, who thrives in designing and building scalable, cloud‑native microservices and APIs.
In this role, you will work within a Developer Experience (DevX) function, building platforms, frameworks, and tooling that enable engineering teams to develop, deploy, and operate applications efficiently and consistently.
Collaboration is central to the role—you will work closely with developers, product owners, and stakeholders, contribute to architectural discussions, participate in code reviews, and help drive continuous improvement across engineering practices.
Hybrid Working
The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.
Your Role
* Perform hands‑on backend development using Kotlin and Java, with flexibility to work across both languages where required
* Design, develop, and maintain high‑performance REST APIs and microservices using the Spring Framework
* Build scalable, secure, and cloud‑native services that support multiple consuming applications
* Participate in architectural discussions, influencing technology choices and design decisions
* Write clean, well‑tested, maintainable code, adhering to agreed coding standards
* Collaborate with engineering teams to continuously improve development processes
* Support and contribute to DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and automation
* Work effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders to deliver business value
Your Skills
* Strong experience in Kotlin or Java, with the ability and willingness to work across both
* Proven experience developing RESTful APIs using frameworks such as Spring / Spring Boot
* Solid understanding of microservices architectures and API‑driven design
* Experience working with AWS or other cloud platforms, including cloud‑native services
* Understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and modern delivery practices
* Experience working in Agile delivery environments (Scrum/Kanban)
* Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills
* Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
* Experience with test automation frameworks
* Familiarity with Jenkins pipelines
Skills & Experience Summary
* Expertise in Kotlin and/or Java, with flexibility across both languages
* Strong background in REST APIs and microservices‑based architectures
* Hands‑on experience with AWS and cloud‑native technologies
* Solid understanding of microservices design patterns and best practices
* Experience working in Agile, collaborative delivery teams
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
We are a Disability Confident Employer
Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who:
* Declare they have a disability, and
* Meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
Please opt in during the application process.
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