Java Developer

• We're looking for an experienced Java Developer (API-focused) to join a high-performing engineering team delivering scalable, secure APIs within a large enterprise financial environment.
• You'll play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining RESTful services, working in a modern CI/CD setup with a strong emphasis on Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD)., * Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs using Java
• Apply TDD and BDD practices to ensure high-quality, well-tested code
• Produce and maintain API specifications using OpenAPI (OAS) / YAML
• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams including QA, DevOps, and Product
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
• Ensure code quality, security, and performance standards are met
• Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

• 5+ years' commercial experience with Java
• Strong hands-on experience with TDD (and ideally BDD) - please highlight this clearly on your CV if applicable
• Proven experience designing and building RESTful APIs
• Experience working with OpenAPI Specification (OAS) / YAML
• Solid version control experience using GitLab
• Hands-on exposure to CI/CD pipelines

Nice-to-Have / Desirable Skills

• Experience working as an Agile practitioner
• Java persistence experience using Hibernate / JPA
• Familiarity with SonarQube and Veracode for code quality and security
• Experience using Jira and Confluence for delivery and documentation

We are actively looking to secure a Java Developer to join Experis as one of our expert consultants, delivering services to our clients. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is a very personal one, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development.