Java Developer (SC Cleared)

About Scrumconnect Consulting

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognized with prestigious UK IT awards such as Best Public Sector IT Project, Digital Transformation Project of the Year, and a Special Award for Organizational Excellence during the pandemic.

Our solutions have positively impacted over 40 million UK citizens, with successful delivery across key government departments including the Department for Work and Pensions, Ministry of Justice, HM Passport Office, and more.

We specialize in user-centred design, agile delivery, and technology that makes a real difference.

About the Role

We are looking for a talented Java Developer with strong expertise in Spring Boot to join our team. You'll be involved in the full software development life cycle-designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance applications that are scalable and reliable. This is a great opportunity to work with modern tools, frameworks, and cloud technologies while contributing to impactful projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Application Development: Design, develop, and implement Java applications with a focus on Spring Boot .

• API Integration: Build and integrate secure RESTful APIs to ensure seamless communication between systems.

• Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and scalable code; participate in peer code reviews.

• Debugging & Testing: Troubleshoot issues and conduct unit/integration testing.

• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams on requirements, architecture, and design.

• Performance Optimization: Ensure applications are optimized for speed, scalability, and high availability.

• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive technical and project documentation.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Java and Spring Boot (hands-on, production experience required).

• Experience with Hibernate/JPA and relational databases (MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL).

• Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, JSON, XML .

• Proficiency with Git or other version control systems.

• Solid problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with microservices architecture .

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

• Exposure to Front End technologies (JavaScript, Angular, React).

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments .

• Java certifications (eg, Oracle Certified Professional) are a plus.

Why Join Us

• Work on impactful, large-scale projects using modern technologies.

• Collaborative, agile, and innovative work culture.

• Opportunities to grow your technical skills and career.

Diversity & Inclusion 

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, underrepresented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.