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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Java Full Stack Developer - **Company:** Clayton - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, HTML5, Microsoft Azure, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Code Review, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Github, PostgreSQL, Enterprise Messaging Systems, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, OAuth, Scrum Methodology, RabbitMQ, JSON Web Token, SQL Databases, TypeScript, Enterprise Software Applications, Okta, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Software Security, Backend, Git, Containerization, AngularJS, Apache Kafka, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** June 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/38689454/ ## About the Role * Strong commercial experience with Java and Spring Boot. * Proven experience developing RESTful APIs and Microservices architectures. * Experience with front-end frameworks such as Angular or React. * Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and TypeScript. * Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB. * Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. * Strong understanding of Git and modern version control practices. * Experience working within Agile delivery environments. * Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Desirable Skills * Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. * Knowledge of messaging technologies such as Kafka or RabbitMQ. * Exposure to DevOps practices and CI/CD tools including Jenkins or GitHub Actions. * Understanding of API security frameworks including OAuth2, JWT, and Keycloak. * Experience working within Banking, Financial Services, or Capital Markets environments. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Java Full Stack Developer to join a large-scale technology programme within the financial services sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining modern enterprise applications, working across both backend and frontend technologies in a fast-paced Agile environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on business-critical systems, leveraging cloud-native technologies, microservices architecture, and modern development practices. 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