Senior Java Engineer

You'll design, develop and deliver scalable backend applications using Java, working as part of an Agile engineering team. Alongside hands-on development, you'll support and mentor colleagues, contribute to technical discussions and help deliver high-quality software across the full development lifecycle.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop and maintain enterprise Java applications.
• Design and build scalable backend services and microservices.
• Work closely with developers, architects and testers throughout project delivery.
• Follow Agile development practices and contribute to sprint planning and technical discussions.
• Promote best practices including clean code, CI/CD and modern development workflows.
• Support and mentor junior developers while contributing to the team's technical direction.

• 5+ years' commercial experience developing Java applications.
• Strong backend Java development experience with Spring and Spring Boot.
• Proven experience delivering complex software projects.
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines and modern software engineering practices.
• Exposure to Agile and/or Waterfall delivery environments.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work closely with technical teams and stakeholders.
• Experience mentoring or supporting other engineers is highly desirable.
• Cloud experience (AWS, Azure or GCP)

• Salary up to £60,000
• 10-15% sign-on bonus
• Performance bonus
• Hybrid working (3 days per week onsite in Newcastle)
• Private medical insurance
• Ongoing AI and technical upskilling

Due to the Nature of the Work, You must be eligible to obtain SC Clearance, requiring a minimum of 5 years' continuous UK residency with no absences of more than 30 consecutive days.