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# Senior Java Software Engineer

- **Company:** James Adams
- **Location:** UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Cloud Engineering, Databases, Spring Framework, SQL Databases, Database Performance, Kotlin, Build Management, Data Analytics, Apache Kafka, Functional Programming, Stream Processing, Microservices
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840625176-senior-java-software-engineer

## About the Role

* Strong commercial experience with Java 11+, ideally Java 21.
 * Deep knowledge of Spring, Kafka, and SQL / DBMS.
 * Comfortable with functional programming concepts in Java or Kotlin.
 * Proven background building cloud-native, microservice-based systems.
 * Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
 * Passion for writing clean, efficient, and testable code.

## Description

* Design and build high-quality, scalable microservices in Java.
 * Apply functional programming principles using Java or Kotlin.
 * Work extensively with Java Streams, ensuring clean, performant code.
 * Integrate and manage Kafka for real-time data streaming.
 * Optimise SQL queries and database performance for reliability and speed.
 * Drive best practices across monitoring, observability, and automation.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver new platform capabilities., If you're a Senior Java Engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and enjoys working in a modern, data-driven environment, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a team where your work truly matters.


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