Back End Developer

Senior Backend Developer

Leeds – 1 day onsite per week

6 Month Contract

£600/day inside IR35

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join their Retail Development team. You’ll design and build scalable Java microservices, mentor engineers, and help shape the future of retail systems kiosks. This is a hands-on role focused on technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop Java microservices using Spring Framework
• Architect scalable, fault-tolerant systems
• Improve code quality, reduce technical debt, and enhance CI/CD pipelines
• Mentor developers and foster a culture of growth
• Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative retail solutions
• Participate in production support and on-call rotation

What You’ll Bring

• Strong experience in Java development and Spring Framework
• Expertise in microservices architecture
• Experience with messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
• Proficiency with AWS, Docker, SQL/NoSQL, and automated testing
• Agile delivery mindset and DevOps experience
• Ability to mentor and influence technical decisions

Bonus Points

• Experience with Python, TypeScript, Scala, or GraphQL
• Familiarity with advanced AWS services
• Background in sports betting or gaming industries

Personal Qualities

• Ownership mentality and customer-focused approach
• Strategic thinker with a bias for action
• Passionate about learning and teaching
• Strong communicator and collaborator