Java Developer - Farnborough

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Java Developer to work for our client within the finance sector. This is initially a 12-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role based in Farnborough.

As a Java Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust applications using Java and associated frameworks. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including DevOps, QA, and Product to deliver high-quality software solutions that align with business objectives.

You will be expected to bring a proactive approach to problem-solving, contribute to technical discussions, and uphold best practices in secure and scalable application development. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in agile settings and are eager to continuously learn and evolve with the latest technology trends.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot
• Develop and manage RESTful APIs for seamless system integrations
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Ansible, Sonar, and Nexus
• Manage code repositories and development workflows using GitHub and IntelliJ IDEA
• Monitor, log, and troubleshoot applications using Splunk and log4j
• Participate in all Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
• Contribute to technical solution design by identifying development challenges and proposing effective strategies
• Ensure secure coding practices, including secrets management with tools such as HashiCorp Vault
• Work collaboratively across departments to ensure alignment with delivery goals

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Java, with hands-on experience in Spring and Spring Boot frameworks
• Experience in continuous integration and deployment tools, including Jenkins, Ansible, SonarQube, and Nexus
• Solid understanding of RESTful web services and API design principles
• Knowledge and practical use of secure development tools, particularly Vault
• Proficient in using GitHub for version control and IntelliJ IDEA as a development environment
• Familiarity with application monitoring and logging using Splunk and log4j
• Exposure to relational databases and writing SQL queries
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment
• Understanding of cloud-native development and familiarity with AWS
• Exposure to messaging systems or message queues
• Knowledge of payment systems and awareness of PCI compliance requirements is a plus

Why join us

• Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career
• Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad
• Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field
• Annual Leave
• Work place pension

About FDM

We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2,500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. 

Diversity and Inclusion

FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.