2 of 2 Contract Java Developer Jobs in the Midlands

Java Developer - Inside IR35 (2 Days On-site, Telford) Contract | Central Government Project | Hybrid Working Must be able to obtain SC We're seeking an experienced Java Developer to join a high-performing delivery team within a large-scale central government modernisation programme . You'll work as part of an Agile Scrum team made up … of Java Engineers, Front-End Developers, and Quality Engineers, contributing to the transformation of legacy systems into scalable, cloud-based services. Location: Telford (2 days on-site per week) Contract: Inside IR35 Sector: Central Government/Public Sector Duration: Ongoing contract Key Responsibilities Develop, enhance, and maintain Java-based microservices and APIs Build and test RESTful APIs using … high-quality software solutions Write clean, maintainable code following best practices in secure development Support continuous integration, testing, and deployment activities Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot Solid understanding of REST API development and JSON Proficiency in JUnit for unit testing Experience deploying microservices using Kubernetes Proven background working in complex technical environments More ❯

Lead Developer - Live Services Java Patching Rate: £508 per day Start Date: 24th November (TBC) Location: Remote/On-site as required Telford Security Clearance: Active SC preferred due to timescale of the project We are seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to oversee and deliver a critical Live Services Java Patching Programme within Central … Government. This role involves upgrading legacy Java applications to meet contractual and compliance requirements, ensuring continued stability, performance, and security across live environments. The successful candidate will take a leading role in planning, coordinating, and executing the patching exercise, working closely with a small development team and key stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the end … to-end Java patching and upgrade process for live Central Government services. Ensure all upgrades meet technical, contractual, and security compliance standards. Collaborate effectively with development teams, project managers, and service owners. Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance within the team. Maintain comprehensive documentation and reporting throughout the upgrade lifecycle. Essential Skills and Experience: Proven expertise in Java More ❯