Java Developer Inside IR356 Months contract It would be advantageous to have worked within central government We are seeking a skilled and adaptable Java Developer to join our team on a 6-month contract, working fully remotely. This role is inside IR35 and offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced Agile environment alongside talented professionals dedicated to quality and innovation.About the RoleAs a key member of our team, your primary responsibility will be delivering high-quality user stories in an Agile, multi-disciplinary environment. You'll be involved in every stage of service delivery, from configuration and deployment to monitoring, using the latest DevOps and development tools. Beyond your Java expertise, you’ll bring a well-rounded skill set that includes problem-solving, business analysis, quality assurance, and application design.Key Responsibilities- Collaborate with a cross-functional team to deliver high-quality code in an Agile environment.- Work hands-on across the DevOps lifecycle, including configuring, deploying, and monitoring applications.- Engage with team members and stakeholders across the organization to drive continuous improvement.- Contribute to knowledge sharing and community-building efforts to shape and enhance our delivery practices.Desired Skills & Experience- Java (version 8 or above)- Quarkus- Spring Boot- Maven- Apache Camel- Strong Testing- Experience with Message Queuing(e.g., RabbitMQ)- Knowledge of Microservices Architecture- Understanding of CI/CD Pipelines (experience with Jenkins or GitLab CI is beneficial)- Docker image creation experience- Kubernetes (experience with kubectl and/or Rancher is highly desirable)- Familiarity with DevOps practices (desirable, not essential)