Java Software Engineer

Java Software Engineer

Location: Glasgow - Hybrid

Working Pattern: 2 days per week onsite/3 days remote

Contract: Initial 12 months

Hours: 40 hours per week

Rate: £450 per day

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We are looking for an experienced Java Software Engineer to join a major technology programme for a top Financial Services client.

This is a hands-on development role focused on modern Java and Spring Boot applications, working across microservices, APIs and modern software engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and maintain Java applications
• Develop services using Java 21-25 and Spring Boot 4.x
• Build and maintain REST APIs and microservices
• Troubleshoot existing applications and resolve technical issues
• Write clean, maintainable and well-tested code
• Contribute to modern development and CI/CD practices
• Work with development teams to deliver robust enterprise applications
• Adopt emerging technologies and AI-assisted development tools where appropriate

Essential Skills:

• Strong Java development experience
• Java 21-25 and modern Java features
• Spring Boot 4.x
• REST APIs
• Microservices architecture
• Strong object-oriented development principles
• Good technical, analytical and troubleshooting skills

Highly Desirable Skills:

• GitLab and GitLab CI/CD
• Maven and/or Gradle
• Automated testing
• Kubernetes and Docker
• Kafka, JMS or similar messaging technologies
• React and TypeScript
• HTML5, CSS and JavaScript
• Financial Services experience
• AI-assisted development tools such as Claude and GitLab Duo