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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Java Backend Developer - **Company:** NTT DATA - **Location:** Greater London, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Applications Architecture, Component-Based Software Engineering, Application Performance Management, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Code Coverage, Code Review, Computer Programming, Databases, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Github, Monitoring of Systems, HP Systems Insight Manager, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Prometheus, Application Data, Software Construction, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Datadog, Data Logging, Enterprise Software Applications, Grafana, Spring-boot, Backend, Git, Kotlin, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Integration Tests, Solid Principles, Kubernetes, Api Design, Restful APIs, Splunk, Dynatrace, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** October 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://careers-inc.nttdata.com/talentcommunity/apply/1435378000/?locale=en_US ## About the Role We are seeking an experienced Java Backend Developer to design, develop, and support scalable enterprise applications using Java and Spring technologies. The ideal candidate should have strong software engineering fundamentals, hands-on experience across the full development lifecycle, and the ability to work effectively in complex enterprise environments., * 7+ years of experience in Java application development and enterprise software engineering. * 4+ years of experience with Spring/Spring Boot and backend application development. * 3+ years of experience developing and integrating REST APIs and relational databases. * 3+ years of experience across the full SDLC, including design, development, testing, deployment, and production support. Core Technical Skills * Programming: Java * Frameworks: Spring, Spring Boot * API Development: REST APIs, System Integration * Databases: SQL, Relational Databases * Architecture: Object-Oriented Design, Design Patterns, Software Design Principles * Testing: Unit Testing, Integration Testing * Production Support: Incident Analysis, RCA, Troubleshooting * Engineering: Git, CI/CD, Code Reviews * Monitoring: Application Monitoring, Logging, Observability Nice to Have * Hands-on experience with Kotlin. * Experience with Linux/Unix environments. * Knowledge of Kubernetes and containerized applications. * Experience with Microservices and distributed application architecture. * Experience with Docker and cloud-native application development. * Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Splunk, Dynatrace, Datadog, Prometheus, or Grafana. * Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps. * Experience supporting business-critical production applications. * Strong understanding of application performance, resilience, and stability engineering. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills. ## Description * Design, develop, test, and implement new application functionality using Java and Spring/Spring Boot. * Develop backend services, APIs, and reusable application components. * Work closely with business stakeholders and Business Analysts to understand functional and non-functional requirements. * Translate business requirements into scalable and maintainable technical solutions. * Design and integrate RESTful APIs with internal and external applications. * Develop and optimize database queries and application data-access components. * Investigate complex production incidents and perform root cause analysis. * Implement permanent fixes for recurring production issues. * Drive improvements in application stability, performance, monitoring, and observability. * Participate in solution design, technical discussions, and code reviews. * Develop unit and integration tests and ensure appropriate test coverage. * Support application releases, deployments, and production readiness activities. * Collaborate with QA, DevOps, infrastructure, and support teams throughout the development lifecycle. * Follow Agile/Scrum and software engineering best practices. ## 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) - [Shifting Stress to Progress— Understanding DevOps to do DevOps Better](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/268-shifting-stress-to-progress-understanding-devops-to-do-devops-better) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [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 - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [20 Essential Tools For Backend Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/218-20-essential-tools-for-backend-development) - [Backend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/196-backend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe)