via Reed · 11 September 2026 ·8 days ago

Fullstack Developer - Java

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
London Contract GBP 80,600 – 80,600
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Your new company
I'm looking for a Fullstack Developer with Java experience to join a well-known team on a 12-month contract. Office attendance required at least 3 days per week. During the first month, attendance is expected to be 5 days per week, subject to project requirements. Remote working will be considered after 5 months. The location of the role is London.

Your new role
We are seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer with strong Java expertise to join a dynamic delivery team supporting a public sector project. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative software solutions and should demonstrate a solid foundation in Java programming, experience with modern frameworks and libraries, and a commitment to producing high-quality, maintainable code.
Essential Skills and Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years' UK residency and currently based in the UK.

  • Strong commercial Java development experience.

  • Experience with popular Java frameworks, such as Spring, Hibernate, Struts or JSF.

  • Experience with Java libraries, such as Apache Commons or Guava.

  • Familiarity with microservices architecture and related technologies, including Docker, Kubernetes and Swagger.

  • Previous public sector experience.

  • Ability to develop clean, maintainable and high-quality software within a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, test and maintain Java-based software solutions.

  • Work with modern Java frameworks and libraries to deliver robust application components.

  • Contribute to microservices-based solutions and associated containerisation and orchestration practices.

  • Collaborate with technical and non-technical colleagues across project teams.

  • Follow agreed development standards and support the delivery of maintainable, high-quality code.

  • Participate in project ceremonies, technical discussions, code reviews and continuous improvement activities.

  • Complete further day-to-day activities as explained during the interview process.


What you'll need to succeed
  • Minimum of 5 years' UK residency and currently based in the UK.

  • If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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