3197 IT & Software Developer jobs in the UK
Requirements
Must:
- Strong commercial experience as a Senior Java Engineer
- Deep knowledge of modern Java (Java 11+)
- Hands-on experience building and running systems on AWS
- Experience with microservices, REST APIs, and distributed architectures
- Solid understanding of databases (SQL and/or NoSQL)
- Comfortable working in CI/CD-driven environments
- Proactive mindset and strong problem-solving skills
Nice to have:
- Experience with Spring/Spring Boot
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience in high-throughput or mission-critical systems
Responsibilities
- Designing, building, and maintaining scalable backend services using Java
- Working heavily with AWS (e.g. EC2, ECS/EKS, Lambda, S3, RDS, CloudWatch)
- Contributing to system design discussions and technical decision-making
- Improving performance, reliability, and observability of distributed systems
- Collaborating closely with product, DevOps, and engineering peers
- Mentoring more junior engineers and setting best practices
Description
We are looking for a Staff Java Engineer to play a key role in designing and delivering high-performance backend services in a cloud-first environment. This is an opportunity to work on meaningful, production-critical systems alongside experienced engineers who care about quality, scalability, and clean design. Our team is flexible by default; you are welcome to work fully remote or take advantage of our excellent office in Belfast if you prefer a hybrid setup. Theres no fixed expectation; its about what works best for you. We offer a supportive environment where you can own your projects and tackle technical challenges.
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How many Java Developer jobs are in the UK?
Currently, there are 3197 Java openings. Check also: Kotlin jobs, Scala jobs, Spring jobs - all with salary brackets.
Is the UK a good place for Java Developers?
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Which companies are hiring for Java Developer jobs in the UK?
City of Lincoln Council, Mas & Pas Limited, The Scouts Association, Silver Bullet Trading Ltd, Zonal Retail Data Systems Limited, Aderans UK Limited, The National Archives among others, are currently hiring for Java roles in the UK.
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The company with most openings is Experis as they are hiring for 102 different Java Developer jobs in the UK. They are probably quite committed to find good Java Developers.