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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Developer - JAVA - **Company:** IDEMIA - **Location:** Winnersh, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Performance Management, Software Bug Management, Databases, Data Integrity, Relational Databases, Revision Control Systems, PostgreSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Spring-boot, Code Comments, Git, Build Process, Restful APIs, Software Version Control - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815183041-software-developer-java ## About the Role * 2-3 years professional experience in Java development with a strong understanding of core Java principles and object-oriented programming * Experience with Spring Boot and REST APIs * Experience working with PostgreSQL or relational databases * Familiarity with version control tools such as Git * Comfortable participating in live coding discussions * Must have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years ## Description Purpose We are seeking a JAVA Software Developer to join our team in Winnersh, UK, supporting long-term UK Government projects. This role would suit someone with around 1.5 - 4 years' commercial Java development experience, with strong fundamentals and the ability to write clean, secure and maintainable back-end code. You will work closely with senior engineers and technical leads to develop, enhance, and maintain mission-critical biometric and identity systems that directly support UK public safety operations. Please note: Candidates must be eligible for SC and NPPV3 clearance. This requires a minimum of five years' continuous UK residency. Criminal convictions may impact approval. Key Missions * Design, develop and maintain secure back-end services using Java and Spring Boot * Build and maintain RESTful APIs aligned to clean architecture and secure coding standards * Write high-quality, maintainable, production-ready code that meets functional and non-functional requirements * Contribute to requirements analysis, effort estimations and technical design discussions * Apply software development best practices including version control, peer reviews, build processes and testing * Optimise application performance and support bug fixes, enhancements and system improvements * Work with PostgreSQL and related database technologies to ensure data integrity and efficiency * Reuse and integrate existing frameworks and components where appropriate * Document technical solutions clearly through code comments and supporting documentation * Deliver software in line with security and compliance standards * Collaborate effectively within a small engineering team and support junior developers where needed Profile & Other Information * 2-3 years professional experience in Java development with a strong understanding of core Java principles and object-oriented programming * Experience with Spring Boot and REST APIs * Experience working with PostgreSQL or relational databases * Familiarity with version control tools such as Git * Comfortable participating in live coding discussions * Must have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years What We Offer * 25 days annual leave + bank holidays * Group Personal Pension with employer contribution * Private Medical Insurance * Life Assurance * Employee Assistance Programme * Stable, long-term project roadmap extending through 2028 * Structured engineering environment with clear technical ownership We value the diversity of our teams and welcome people from all walks of life, regardless of how they look, where they come from, who they love, or what they think. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Optimizing Discovery: PostgreSQL's Role in Transforming GetYourGuide's Search](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1647-optimizing-discovery-postgresql-s-role-in-transforming-getyourguide-s-search) - [Coffee with Developers - CODE100 Manchester challenger Gbenga Oladipupo](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/894-coffee-with-developers-code100-manchester-challenger-gbenga-oladipupo) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)