Java Backend Developer

Summary: The Java Backend Microservices Engineer role is a 6-month hybrid contract position requiring 2 to 3 days in the office each week. The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying microservices using Java and related technologies. Key skills include proficiency in Spring Boot, cloud services, and container orchestration tools. The role demands strong analytical skills and experience in Agile/Scrum environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy microservices using Java.
• Utilize Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and other Spring components.
• Build and consume RESTful microservices.
• Work with SQL and NoSQL databases, particularly PostgreSQL.
• Implement cloud services, especially AWS.
• Use Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration.
• Manage version control with Git.
• Work with messaging technologies like Kafka and RabbitMQ.
• Utilize monitoring tools such as Prometheus and Grafana.
• Apply DevOps principles and practices.
• Conduct unit and integration tests using testing frameworks.
• Collaborate effectively in a team and communicate with stakeholders.

Key Skills:

• Proficiency in Java (Java 8 and above).
• Experience in microservices architecture.
• Strong knowledge of Spring Boot and Spring Cloud.
• Expertise in RESTful microservices.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, especially PostgreSQL.
• Knowledge of AWS cloud services.
• Proficiency in Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of Git and version control.
• Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana).
• Knowledge of DevOps principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Manchester Area

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT