Remote Full Stack Java Developer

Requirements

Must have:

- We are seeking a Senior Full Stack Java Developer with 7–8+ years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-grade web applications.

• We need strong expertise in Java-based technologies, modern frontend frameworks, microservices architecture, CI/CD practices, and Agile delivery methodologies.
• Minimum 7–8 years of experience in software development and enterprise application delivery.
• Proven experience developing web-based applications using ReactJS, Spring Boot, microservices architecture, REST APIs/web services, Spring MVC, and JEE technologies including Java 8+, JSF, JPA, JSP, Servlets, and JDBC.
• Experience with XML technologies such as DOM, SAX, and XSLT.
• Experience with HTML5, DHTML, JavaScript, and JBoss Application Server.
• Strong technical skills in Java 8 or higher, Spring Framework, JUnit 4 and JUnit 5, FreeMarker Templates, Oracle Database, Git, Ruby, Bundler, Gradle, Leiningen, GoCD, Ansible, and Mulesoft.
• Experience developing and deploying applications on AWS.
• Strong knowledge of Jenkins, Maven, CI/CD pipelines, and build and release management processes.
• Experience using IntelliJ IDEA or equivalent modern IDEs and source control/version management best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in collaborative team environments.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery frameworks.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to mentor junior developers and contribute to technical leadership initiatives.
• Preferred: experience with FreeMarker template development.
• Preferred: knowledge of application performance monitoring and profiling tools such as Glowroot and JProfiler.
• Preferred: experience with performance tuning and application optimization.
• Preferred: exposure to modern DevOps and automation practices.

Responsibilities:

- Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable enterprise web applications.

• Build and support microservices-based solutions using Java and Spring technologies.
• Develop RESTful APIs and web services for integration with internal and external systems.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and cross-functional teams to gather and refine requirements.
• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and technical design sessions.
• Develop and maintain frontend applications using ReactJS and related JavaScript technologies.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation processes.
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, security best practices, and performance optimisation techniques.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Engage directly with onsite clients and stakeholders to provide technical consultation and delivery support.

Company:

We are Gigged AI, an open talent marketplace specialising in the IT and technology sector. We have a live opportunity for a Full Stack Java Developer on a hybrid basis, with three days per week in our Glasgow City Centre office. The role is UK-based, offered as an initial 6-month contract, with an ASAP start date, a day rate of £300, and an IR35 status currently pending final determination as outside IR35. All applicant proposals are reviewed directly on our platform by the hiring manager.