Contractor job Java Developer

Java Developer
6 Month contract initially + Extensions
Based: Remote, with 1 day p/w onsite in London
Rate: £Market rates p/d - (via Umbrella company)

We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Java Developer to join the team. You will join a dynamic team building scalable, secure, and high-performing backend systems.
Working on cutting-edge technologies in microservices, event-driven architecture, and cloud solutions.

Your responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Spring Security.
* Design and implement microservices and event-driven architectures leveraging Confluent Kafka.
* Build and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and shell scripting.
* Write and execute unit, integration, and performance tests using Mockito, Gatling, and JMeter.
* Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize systems using New Relic and Grafana.

Key Skills & Experience:
* Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot frameworks.
* Hands-on experience with microservices architecture and Kafka.
* Solid understanding of CI/CD processes and tools like Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
* Experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable skills/knowledge/experience:
* Exposure to AWS cloud services or AI technologies.
* Familiarity with performance testing tools such as Gatling and JMeter.
* Knowledge of system monitoring tools like New Relic and Grafana.
* Experience in shell scripting for automation.
* Understanding of secure coding practices and Spring Security.

This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible.


LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.