via Reed · 11 September 2026 ·9 days ago

Java Engineer / AWS Serverless Engineer (SC Cleared)

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
London Contract GBP 111,280 – 111,280
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Hays are now looking for a Java Engineer / AWS Serverless Engineer (SC Cleared) for one of our local clients:

  • £428 p/d Inside IR35

  • Remote (occasional travel to London)

  • 6 month+ contract

  • Candidates must hold current SC Clearance


Role Overview

We're looking for a hands-on Java Engineer to develop and support cloud-native services within an AWS environment. You'll work on Java microservices, REST APIs and serverless components, contributing across the full software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain Java-based microservices and APIs.

  • Build and support AWS serverless solutions using Lambda.

  • Design and consume REST and SOAP services.

  • Write automated tests and contribute to CI/CD pipelines.

  • Collaborate with engineers, testers and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software.

  • Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting and production support.


Essential Skills
  • Java 21

  • Maven

  • AWS Lambda / Serverless development

  • REST APIs

  • Spring Boot

  • JUnit 5

  • Linux / Shell scripting

  • Git and CI/CD experience


Desirable Skills
  • AWS API Gateway

  • DynamoDB

  • SQS

  • IAM

  • CloudWatch

  • Oracle Database

  • Mockito, Cucumber, WireMock

  • OAuth / SSO experience


Experience
  • Strong Java backend development experience.

  • Experience building and deploying applications in AWS.

  • Must be SC Cleared

  • Previous experience working in Agile delivery teams.

If you are currently SC Cleared and you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or send a copy of your CV to

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