Java Software Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Remote
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Technology
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SKILLS

Java Spring Boot Spring Data JPA RESTful API AWS Docker Kubernetes JUnit

FULL DESCRIPTION

Java Software Engineer

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] connects our customers and teams globally, empowering CX leaders with performance and insights to make smarter decisions, delight customers, and drive lasting business impact.

Overview

Join [Employer hidden]'s engineering team to build mission-critical communication services that power businesses worldwide. We're seeking a talented Java Engineer to join our growing team, where you'll work on scalable microservices that form the backbone of our platform. This position is fully remote within the UK.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and maintain robust microservices using Java and Spring Boot
  • Build and optimize cloud-native applications on AWS infrastructure
  • Work with containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Write comprehensive automated tests to ensure code quality and reliability
  • Contribute to high availability solutions and system resilience
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions
  • Participate in architectural discussions and provide technical input
  • Support the team in troubleshooting and resolving production issues

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • Solid Java development experience (5+ years)
  • Proven experience building Spring Boot microservices
  • Proficiency with Spring Data JPA, SQL, and database design
  • Strong experience with RESTful API development
  • Good understanding of AWS services and cloud architecture
  • Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration
  • Strong automated testing skills using JUnit and Mockito
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities

Nice to Have:

  • Experience working with AI-powered development tools (e.g. Claude Code, GitHub Copilot)
  • Experience with Kafka and event-driven architectures
  • Knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL databases for different use cases
  • Experience with TestContainers for integration testing
  • Understanding of high availability principles and fault-tolerant design
  • Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Grafana

About You

  • You're a collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic environment
  • You have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • You're passionate about writing clean, maintainable code and continuously learning new technologies
  • You take ownership of your work and are comfortable asking questions when needed
  • You actively contribute to team discussions and code reviews

What We Offer

  • Fully remote working within the UK with flexible hours
  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical systems at scale
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Collaborative team environment with experienced engineers
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