Role: Senior Java Developer (Contract)
Work Type: Onsite (5 days RTO)
Location: Glasgow or Bournemouth
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Senior Java Full Stack Engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-performance enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have strong backend expertise with Java and Spring Boot, hands-on AWS experience, and some exposure to modern frontend technologies. This is a long-term onsite contract opportunity with JPMorgan Chase UK.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, AWS, SQL, and MySQL
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features
* Ensure application performance, security, quality, and responsiveness
* Identify bottlenecks, fix bugs, and optimize applications for speed and scalability
* Maintain clean, well-documented, and testable code
* Participate in code reviews and contribute to best engineering practices
* Implement security and data protection measures
* Perform software analysis, development, testing, debugging, and documentation
* Provide technical guidance and support to team members
* Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Required Skills & Experience
* 9–13 years of experience in software development
* Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC
* Hands-on experience with AWS
* Solid knowledge of SQL / MySQL
* Experience with JavaScript
* Exposure to frontend technologies: React JS, Redux, HTML5, CSS3
* Familiarity with frontend testing tools such as Jest
* Strong problem-solving and communication skills
* Ability to work onsite, 5 days a week
Why Join?
* Long-term contract with a global banking leader
* High-impact enterprise projects
* Stable engagement until Dec 2026
* Immediate joining opportunity