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Senior Java Developer

Senior Java Developer

Hybrid

East sussex, United kingdom

£ 84,000 /year

Senior

Full Time

04-02-2026

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Skills

Java SQL NoSQL Docker Kubernetes Test Problem-solving Databases cloud platforms Agile Spring Spring Boot Microservices

Job Specifications

Senior Java Developer

£65,000 - £84,000 + bonus + benefits

Permanent | Hybrid & Semi-Remote Opportunities Available (2 days/month in East Sussex)

Seeking multiple Java Developers (Microservices, Spring Boot) based in the South of England (West Sussex, East Sussex, Surrey, etc) for a leading business.

Hybrid and semi-remote working opportunities available with roles paying upto £84,000 base (D.O.E) + performance-related bonus +benefits.

What You'll Do:

Build, test, deploy, and support Java-based digital services that people actually rely on
Work end-to-end on projects in an Agile, DevSecOps environment (from idea to live service)
Collaborate daily with designers, testers, architects, and other engineers
Improve how things are built by using modern tools, cloud platforms, and best practices
Support and mentor other engineers

What We’re Looking For:

Strong experience with Java and Spring Boot, including building RESTful APIs
Solid understanding of TDD, unit testing and automated integration testing
Experience building microservices with clean, loosely-coupled designs
Working knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL), containers (Docker/Kubernetes), and cloud-based platforms
An Agile mindset with good problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team
Some prior experience with leading/mentoring/people management, etc.

This role requires eligibility for UK Security Check (SC) clearance, therefore you must:

Have lived continuously in the UK for the last 5+ years
Have the correct right to work in the UK
Have not had any trips out of the UK in the last 5 years which have lasted 28 consecutive days or more
Be willing to undergo a thorough background check as part of the vetting process.

So, if you're an experienced Java Developer that meets the requirements and would be interested in discussing the role in more detail, please email your cv to mqazi@sftechnology.uk or apply now to be considered!

About the Company

SF was founded in 1998 on a simple belief: everyone deserves to work in a job they love. Whilst the world of work looks very different in 2023 than it did back then, this mantra remains the cornerstone of our business today. SF is a multi-award-winning specialist recruiter that provides proactive, efficient and honest recruitment across the Midlands tech ecosystem. Operating out of Birmingham city centre, SF partner with some of the most dynamic, high growth businesses in the region, delivering tech talent into the UK’s fa... Know more