Java Developer

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join a key digital transformation initiative for one of the UK's leading retailers. This role plays a pivotal part in designing and delivering innovative, scalable, and resilient solutions that directly enhance customer experience. You will work with modern engineering practices and cutting-edge technologies-including microservices, event-driven architectures, and cloud platforms-to build high-performance systems in a fast-paced environment., * Develop, enhance, and maintain backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Security.

• Design and implement microservices and event-driven architectures using Confluent Kafka.
• Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and shell scripting.
• Write and execute unit, integration, and performance tests using Mockito, Gatling, and JMeter.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure reliability using New Relic and Grafana.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Contribute to best practices in coding, security, and system design.

• Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot.
• Hands-on experience with microservices architectures and Kafka.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD processes and tools such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
• Experience working with PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Exposure to AWS cloud services or AI technologies.
• Knowledge of performance testing tools such as Gatling and JMeter.
• Familiarity with monitoring platforms including New Relic and Grafana.
• Experience writing shell scripts for automation.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and Spring Security.