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# Java Software Engineer

- **Company:** Fruition Group
- **Location:** Greater London, UK
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Unit Testing, Code Review, Object-Oriented Software Development, Java Application Server, Backend
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815169825-java-software-engineer

## About the Role

* Strong commercial experience with Java
 * Solid understanding of object-oriented design principles
 * Experience building backend systems and APIs
 * Familiar with unit testing and best coding practices
 * Comfortable working in an agile development environment

Ideal for a contractor who can hit the ground running and deliver high-quality Java solutions with minimal oversight.

## Description

Hybrid - 1 day per month in London office

We're looking for an experienced Java Developers to join a fast-paced engineering team on an initial 6-month contract (Outside IR35). You'll be contributing to the development and enhancement of scalable backend systems in a collaborative, delivery-focused environment.

Responsibilities

 * Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java applications
 * Build and improve backend services and APIs
 * Write clean, testable, and efficient code
 * Collaborate with engineers, QA, and stakeholders to deliver features
 * Participate in code reviews and technical discussions

Requirements

 * Strong commercial experience with Java
 * Solid understanding of object-oriented design principles
 * Experience building backend systems and APIs
 * Familiar with unit testing and best coding practices
 * Comfortable working in an agile development environment

Ideal for a contractor who can hit the ground running and deliver high-quality Java solutions with minimal oversight.


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