Java Developer

Java Developer - Public Sector Project Location: Remote (with travel to Telford twice per month) Clearance: BPSS required Contract Length: 6 months Rate: £550 per day (Inside IR35) Overview We are seeking an experienced Java Developer to join a high-impact public sector programme supporting a critical UK government service.

This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale systems within a complex and highly regulated environment, contributing to services that impact millions of users across the UK.

Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot<br />Support and enhance batch-based and scheduled processing systems<br />Diagnose and resolve issues across application, database, and integration layers<br />Collaborate within controlled release environments using Git<br />Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutionsCore Skills &amp; Experience Strong Java development experience, particularly with Spring Boot<br />Solid SQL expertise, including PL/SQL or equivalent procedural database languages<br />Experience working with batch processing and scheduling tools (e.g.

CRON, TWS)<br />Proven ability to troubleshoot across full technology stacks<br />Experience working in Unix/Linux environments<br />Familiarity with version control and structured release processesDesirable Experience Background in large-scale, enterprise, or regulated environments<br />Exposure to legacy system modernisation programmes<br />Previous experience within public sector or government environments<br />Active or prior security clearance is advantageous but not essentialAdditional Information This is a hands-on development role requiring strong technical capability, alongside an understanding of legacy environments.

The systems involved rely heavily on batch processing, typical of large organisations, and differ from event-driven microservices commonly seen in financial services or modern cloud-native environments