Java Developer | Gov Project | 3-Month+ | £425 p.d (Inside IR35) | UK-Based Role

FutureheadsLeeds🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 14 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Java Developer role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful government projects with potential for long-term engagement and a competitive daily rate. You'll thrive here if you possess strong Java and Spring Boot skills, enjoy collaborative agile environments, and are eager to take ownership and mentor others on significant initiatives. Apply today to leverage your expertise on a vital public sector program!

Quick Overview

Seniority

Mid Senior

Employment type

Temporary/Casual

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Leeds, United Kingdom

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Job Description

Java Developer | Gov Project | 3-Month+ | £425 p.d (Inside IR35) | UK-Based Role

Role: Java Developer
Day Rate: £425 p.d (Inside IR35)
Client: UK Gov Department/Consultancy
Location: Hybrid - 2 or 3 days per week in office (Can be based in Leeds, Sheffield, Birmingham, Manchester, Blackpool, Newcastle, Glasgow or Cardiff)
Clearance: Must be eligible for SC
Duration: Initial 3 months with likely extension

Futureheads is partnered with a leading tech consultancy that specialises in delivering complex transformation projects within central government.

They're looking for an experienced Java Developer to join a significant ongoing programme of work with one of their biggest gov clients.

Essential Requirements:

Worked as a Developer on a public sector project.
Highly proficient in Java and Spring Boot.
Experience with Kafka, MongoDB, CI/CD, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes
Able to set standards, take ownership of work, and oversee less experienced developers.
TDD & BDD
Excellent communication skills and comfortable managing stakeholders in a client-facing environment.
Experience working within Agile, multidisciplinary delivery teams.