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# Lead Java Backend Developer

- **Company:** Technopride Ltd
- **Location:** Bristol, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software System Penetration Testing, Mobile Application Development, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Mobile Application Software, Machine Learning, Standard Sql, Mobile Security, Cloud Platform System, Spring Cloud, Software Security, Backend, Containerization, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Data Analytics, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Api Management, Microservices
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815187656-lead-java-backend-developer

## About the Role

* Strong expertise in developing secure, scalable, enterprise-grade backend applications using Go.
 * Hands-on experience with REST APIs, containerization, and microservices architectures.
 * Ability to work effectively both independently and in cross-functional teams.
 * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking capabilities.
 * Deep understanding of best practices in coding standards, code management, agile methodologies, and continuous delivery.
 * Proven ability to optimize backend service performance to meet demanding non-functional requirements (NFRs).
 * Experience in Java backend development.
 * Familiarity with cryptography frameworks in Go and/or Java.
 * Experience working with SQL databases.
 * Knowledge or interest in application security or mobile app security.
 * Experience with cloud environments, including DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation.

## Description

City of Bristol, United Kingdom | Posted on 01/12/2025

We provide end-to-end IT solutions and services including Applications services, Data & Analytics services, AI/ML Technologies and Professional services in the UK and EU market.

Job Description

Mandatory Skills (Hands-on Experience Required):

 * Spring Cloud
 * Microservice Design Patterns
 * API Management & Security
 * Java Backend (recent, hands-on experience is essential)

About the Team

This role sits within a team responsible for strengthening security within the mobile channel. The team builds and maintains a suite of mobile security components that provide comprehensive protection for mobile applications, alongside services such as penetration testing, obfuscation, and security consultancy.

The mission is to deliver a scalable, adaptable, and proactive security framework that empowers mobile engineering teams to develop with confidence in a rapidly evolving threat environment. The team is passionate about delivering innovative and secure features across various mobile platforms and brands.

What We Need From You - Essential Skills & Experience

 * Strong expertise in developing secure, scalable, enterprise-grade backend applications using Go.
 * Hands-on experience with REST APIs, containerization, and microservices architectures.
 * Ability to work effectively both independently and in cross-functional teams.
 * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking capabilities.
 * Deep understanding of best practices in coding standards, code management, agile methodologies, and continuous delivery.
 * Proven ability to optimize backend service performance to meet demanding non-functional requirements (NFRs).
 * Experience in Java backend development.
 * Familiarity with cryptography frameworks in Go and/or Java.
 * Experience working with SQL databases.
 * Knowledge or interest in application security or mobile app security.
 * Experience with cloud environments, including DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation.


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