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# Senior Java Developer - Newcastle

- **Company:** Accenture
- **Location:** Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Elasticsearch, Spring Framework, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), Scrum Methodology, Search Technologies, Shell Script, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Enterprise Software Applications, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Spring-boot, Software Application Programming, Backend, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.theguardian.com/job/10157757/senior-java-developer-newcastle/

## About the Role

* Professional experience developing applications using Java 8 or above
 * Experience with Spring Framework and Spring Boot
 * Experience developing RESTful APIs and microservices
 * Experience with object-oriented programming principles and design patterns
 * Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases including MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB
 * Experience with Python and Shell scripting
 * Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments
 * Experience mentoring or supporting junior developers
 * Experience troubleshooting and resolving production issues

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with Elasticsearch or other search technologies
 * Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
 * Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Continuous Testing
 * Experience supporting distributed or microservices-based systems
 * Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline

Desirable Technical Skills

 * Java 8+
 * Spring / Spring Boot
 * REST APIs
 * Microservices
 * MySQL
 * PostgreSQL
 * MongoDB
 * Shell scripting
 * CI/CD
 * TDD
 * Agile / Scrum

## Description

Hybrid Working: This role will require you to work from our Newcastle, Cobalt Business Park office 3 days per week., We are seeking a Senior Java Developer to join our engineering team supporting the development and maintenance of enterprise-scale applications and microservices solutions. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality software solutions within Agile delivery teams.

This role requires hands-on experience with Java development, modern backend frameworks, database technologies, and collaborative software delivery practices., * Develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise applications using Java 8+ and Spring Boot

 * Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
 * Collaborate with cross-functional Agile/Scrum teams to deliver software solutions
 * Troubleshoot and resolve production and application issues
 * Contribute to code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement activities
 * Mentor junior developers and support knowledge sharing within the team
 * Participate in CI/CD and automated testing practices
 * Work with relational and NoSQL database technologies


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