Java Developer - inside IR35
Posted 4 days ago by LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
£370 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Knutsford, Cheshire, UK
Summary: A Java Developer is needed for a 12-month hybrid contract role based in Knutsford, requiring two days on-site each week. The position is classified as inside IR35, necessitating work through an FCSA accredited umbrella company. The role demands strong Java programming skills and experience with various frameworks and tools. Responsibilities include application development, troubleshooting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring and Hibernate
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
- Optimize application performance and scalability
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues as part of L3 support rotation
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
- Ensure code quality, reliability, and security through best practices
Key Skills:
- Strong proficiency in Core Java programming with at least 5+ years of hands-on development experience
- Extensive experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security)
- Solid understanding of ORM frameworks, particularly Hibernate
- Experience working with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, etc.)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools, specifically GitLab CI
- Demonstrated experience in production support environments, including L3 support and troubleshooting production issues
- Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical problems in live environments
- Experience with version control systems (Git)
- Experience with AI-powered coding tools such as GitLab Duo, GitHub Copilot, or similar AI coding assistants
- Knowledge of microservices architecture and RESTful API design
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Understanding of agile development methodologies
- Experience with test-driven development and automated testing frameworks
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Salary (Rate): £370 per day
City: Knutsford
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
A Java Developer is required for an initial 12 month contract. This is a hybrid role with 2 days per week on site in Knutsford and is inside IR35 so will require working via an FCSA accredited umbrella company.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Strong proficiency in Core Java programming with at least 5+ years of hands-on development experience
- Extensive experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security)
- Solid understanding of ORM frameworks, particularly Hibernate
- Experience working with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, etc.)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools, specifically GitLab CI
- Demonstrated experience in production support environments, including L3 support and troubleshooting production issues
- Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical problems in live environments
- Experience with version control systems (Git)
Highly Valued Additional Skills:
- Experience with AI-powered coding tools such as GitLab Duo, GitHub Copilot, or similar AI coding assistants
- Knowledge of microservices architecture and RESTful API design
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Understanding of agile development methodologies
- Experience with test-driven development and automated testing frameworks
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring and Hibernate
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
- Optimize application performance and scalability
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues as part of L3 support rotation
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
- Ensure code quality, reliability, and security through best practices
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.
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