Senior Java Backend Developer
Use Java, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Spring Batch, Spring Integration, Kafka or RabbitMQ, SQL/Oracle, Git, JUnit, Unix/Linux, shell scripting, AWS/Azure/GCP and CI/CD. You will design, build and enhance scalable microservices and REST APIs for a leading global organisation's enterprise-grade backend platforms.
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Senior Backend Developer | Java | Spring Boot | Hybrid| Contract Role
Location: London (Hybrid) 3 days per week in office.
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract Length: 12 month rolling
We're working with a leading global organisation looking to hire a Senior Backend Developer to join a high-performing engineering team. This is an opportunity to work on large-scale, enterprise-grade backend platforms, helping to shape technical architecture while building robust, scalable Java applications.
What You'll Do
Design and develop backend applications using Java and Spring Boot
Build and enhance scalable microservices and REST APIs
Drive architectural decisions focused on performance, security and scalability
Work across the full software development lifecycle, from design through to deployment and production support
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic technology initiatives
Champion engineering best practices, code quality and automated testing
Mentor developers and provide technical leadership where needed
What We're Looking For
7+ years of Java backend development experience
Strong knowledge of Java, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Spring Batch and Spring Integration
Experience building microservices and RESTful APIs
Strong SQL skills and experience with Oracle
Experience with messaging technologies such as Kafka or RabbitMQ
Familiarity with Git, JUnit, Unix/Linux and shell scripting
Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) and CI/CD pipelines
A solid understanding of distributed systems, backend performance and application security
What's On Offer
Work on business-critical, enterprise-scale platforms
Opportunity to influence architecture and technical direction
Modern technology stack and collaborative engineering culture
Hybrid working model
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
If you're a Senior Java Backend Developer looking for your next challenge and enjoy building high-performance, scalable backend systems, we'd love to hear from you.
McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.