Java Backend Developer

Overview

Futures are partnering with a leading global consultancy to support a key customer requirement, seeking an experienced engineer to join a high-performing team delivering complex, large-scale solutions. This role will focus on designing, building, and enhancing modern cloud-based microservices within a robust Java ecosystem, working across a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices using Java (8/11/17) and Spring Boot
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and distributed systems
• Work with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), including containerised and serverless architectures
• Develop and optimise database solutions using Oracle and PL/SQL
• Implement messaging solutions using RabbitMQ and IBM MQ
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices using tools such as Git, Jenkins, and Terraform/Ansible
• Monitor and troubleshoot applications using tools such as ELK stack (Kibana)
• Collaborate within Agile teams (Scrum/Kanban), contributing to TDD/BDD practices
• Support ongoing system improvements, performance tuning, and reliability initiatives

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Java (8/11/17), Spring Framework, and Spring Boot
• Hands-on experience with relational databases, particularly Oracle and PL/SQL
• Experience with JEE technologies such as CDI, JPA, and JMS
• Proven experience building microservices on cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
• Strong understanding of microservices design patterns
• Experience with messaging technologies (RabbitMQ, IBM MQ)
• Solid experience developing REST APIs
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD and DevOps tooling (Git, Jenkins, Terraform/Ansible)
• Experience with ELK stack, particularly Kibana
• Practical experience with AWS services such as ECS, EKS, API Gateway, and serverless technologies
• Experience working in Agile environments

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with AppDynamics
• Experience building web applications
• Knowledge of frontend frameworks such as Angular or React
• Understanding of Domain Driven Design (DDD)
• Experience working on large-scale integration projects involving distributed systems, messaging, and web services
• Experience supporting complex systems in 2nd/3rd line environments
• Public sector experience

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