Java Developer

£45,000 to 60,000 GBP

Bonus

Hybrid WORKING

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, North East - United Kingdom Type: Permanent

Java Engineer - Newcastle (Hybrid)

Salary: £45k-£60k + bonus
Hybrid: 3 days per week in Newcastle

We are looking for mid to senior Java engineers to join a vibrant, technically-focused delivery team in Newcastle. This is a great opportunity to work on modern backend systems in a collaborative environment with fast career progression and strong learning opportunities.

What You'll Do:

• Develop modular, maintainable backend services using Java (8-17) and Spring Boot
• Build and support microservices and end-to-end integrations
• Collaborate with DevOps, testers, UX/UI designers, and cloud teams
• Participate in Agile ceremonies: sprint planning, backlog refinement, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
• Apply best engineering practices including Test Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, coding standards, and version control (Git)
• Mentor and support peers, contributing to technical guidance and team growth
• Occasionally contribute to frontend development or system design discussions

Required Skills & Experience:

• 3-7+ years' experience in backend Java development
• Strong experience with Spring Boot / Spring MVC
• Proven delivery experience in software projects, ideally in enterprise or tech-driven environments
• Experience with Agile/Waterfall delivery, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (Git)
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and containerized deployments is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Must be SC eligible (5+ years UK residency, no gaps longer than 30 days)

Nice-to-Have:

• TDD/BDD experience
• Exposure to enterprise middleware, secure integrations, or frontend technologies (JavaScript)
• Experience with microservice architectures or large-scale software delivery

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary with bonuses
• Hybrid working: 3 days per week in Newcastle office
• Access to training and upskilling, including AI-focused programs
• Fast career progression for high performers in a supportive, technical culture
• Work alongside a strong engineering community with shared best practices

This role is ideal for Java engineers passionate about backend development, seeking a collaborative team, modern engineering practices, and opportunities to grow technically and professionally.