Lead Java Developer

Summary: The Lead Java Developer role involves managing and optimizing microservice communications within a dynamic team. The position requires expertise in various monitoring tools and cloud-native technologies to ensure seamless integration and performance across platforms. The candidate will also be responsible for automating workflows and implementing security measures. This contract position is based in Sheffield, UK, and offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilise monitoring tools such as Splunk, Jaeger, Kiali, xMatters, AppDynamics, and Grafana to ensure system performance and reliability.
• Manage file transfer servers for efficient sending and receiving of files.
• Automate the scheduling and processing of business workflows using Control-M.
• Securely store and control access to tokens, passwords, certificates, and API keys with HashiCorp Vault.
• Work with Payment Data Platforms using Big Query on GCP.
• Implement security measures through DSP.
• Utilise cloud-native technologies including Kubernetes, Docker, and Istio Service Mesh.
• Employ traditional technologies such as Bash/Shell, Groovy or Java, Unix/Linux, and GitHub.
• Design, build, and maintain distributed containerised platforms.
• Deliver CICD pipelines for automated deployments.

Key Skills:

• Proficiency in Java and CI/CD processes.
• Familiarity with a range of monitoring tools.
• Experience in AppDynamics.
• Experience with cloud-native technologies such as Kubernetes and Docker.
• Knowledge of security platforms like DSP.
• Understanding of traditional technologies like Unix/Linux and GitHub.
• Ability to design and maintain distributed containerised platforms.

Salary (Rate): 630.00

City: Sheffield

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: Hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT