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# Backend Java Engineer - Microservices & Kafka

- **Company:** TEKsystems
- **Location:** Burgess Hill, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Backend, Event Driven Architecture, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815192466-backend-java-engineer-microservices--kafka

## About the Role

The ideal candidate will possess over 4 years of Java development experience and demonstrate solid skills in designing microservices-based architectures. Join TEKsystems for this exciting opportunity.
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## Description

TEKsystems is looking for a Backend Java Developer in Burgess Hill, UK. This role focuses on backend microservices development using Java (17+) and involves working with event-driven architectures powered by Kafka. Candidates should have a strong background in REST APIs, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.

The ideal candidate will possess over 4 years of Java development experience and demonstrate solid skills in designing microservices-based architectures. Join TEKsystems for this exciting opportunity.


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