Java Developer
Inside IR35
6 Months contract
It would be advantageous to have worked within central government
We are seeking a skilled and adaptable Java Developer to join our team on a 6-month contract, working fully remotely. This role is inside IR35 and offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced Agile environment alongside talented professionals dedicated to quality and innovation.
About the Role
As a key member of our team, your primary responsibility will be delivering high-quality user stories in an Agile, multi-disciplinary environment. You'll be involved in every stage of service delivery, from configuration and deployment to monitoring, using the latest DevOps and development tools. Beyond your Java expertise, you'll bring a well-rounded skill set that includes problem-solving, business analysis, quality assurance, and application design.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team to deliver high-quality code in an Agile environment.
- Work hands-on across the DevOps lifecycle, including configuring, deploying, and monitoring applications.
- Engage with team members and stakeholders across the organization to drive continuous improvement.
- Contribute to knowledge sharing and community-building efforts to shape and enhance our delivery practices.
Desired Skills & Experience
- Java (version 8 or above)
- Quarkus
- Spring Boot
- Maven
- Apache Camel
- Strong Testing
- Experience with Message Queuing(e.g., RabbitMQ)
- Knowledge of Microservices Architecture
- Understanding of CI/CD Pipelines (experience with Jenkins or GitLab CI is beneficial)
- Docker image creation experience
- Kubernetes (experience with kubectl and/or Rancher is highly desirable)
- Familiarity with DevOps practices (desirable, not essential)