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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Java Full stack Developer - **Company:** Descriptionjob Descriptionwe - **Location:** Paisley, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, User Authentication, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Database Development, Software Debugging, Dependency Injection, DevOps, Monitoring of Systems, Java Persistence API, Java Web Services, Spring Framework, PostgreSQL, Apache Maven, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, OAuth, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Openid Connect, Prometheus, JSON Web Token, Secure Coding, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Freeform SQL, Enterprise Software Applications, Spring-mvc, ReactJS, Grafana, Spring-boot, Software Security, Database Performance, Git, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Front End Software Development, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Stream Processing, Splunk, Appdynamics, Dynatrace, Docker, Elk Stack, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/java-full-stack-developer/48020705 ## About the Role Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Java Full Stack Developer with strong expertise in building scalable enterprise applications using modern Java technologies, cloud-native architectures, and microservices. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Kafka, Kubernetes, API Security, Observability tools, SQL databases, and Spring-based microservices development.Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java-based applications using Java 17+, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture. Develop and consume RESTful APIs while implementing robust authentication and authorization mechanisms. Build event-driven solutions using Apache Kafka for real-time data processing and messaging. Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot applications on Kubernetes environments. Implement observability solutions using tools such as Splunk, ELK, Grafana, Prometheus, Dynatrace, or AppDynamics. Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability. Work closely with business stakeholders, architects, QA teams, and DevOps engineers throughout the SDLC. Ensure code quality through unit testing, code reviews, and CI/CD best practices. Develop database solutions, write complex SQL queries, and optimize database performance. Follow secure coding practices and enterprise API security standards.Required Skills Strong experience in Java 11/17+, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA Expertise in Microservices Architecture Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka Experience deploying applications on Kubernetes Strong knowledge of API Authentication & Authorization OAuth 2.0 JWT OpenID Connect API Gateway concepts Experience with Observability and Monitoring Tools Grafana Prometheus Splunk ELK Stack Dynatrace/AppDynamics Strong understanding of Bean Management and Dependency Injection using Spring Framework SQL database experience: Oracle PostgreSQL SQL Server MySQL Strong debugging and performance tuning skills Experience with Git, Maven, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelinesNice to Have AWS or Azure Cloud experience Docker containerization NoSQL databases such as MongoDB Frontend experience with Angular or React Exposure to Banking, Financial Services, or Payments domainExperience 8+ years of software development experience Minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience with Java Microservices developmentKey SkillsJava, Spring Boot, Microservices, Kafka, Kubernetes, API Authentication, OAuth2, JWT, Observability, Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, Bean Management, SQL, REST APIs, CI/CD, Docker, Cloud Technologies.JBRP1_UKTJ ## 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) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Kubernetes Native Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/383-kubernetes-native-java) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment) ## Related Articles - [Top 10 Java Libraries](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/364-top-10-java-libraries) - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)