£45,000 to 60,000 GBP

Bonus

Hybrid WORKING

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, North East - United Kingdom Type: Permanent

Java Engineer - Newcastle (Hybrid)

Salary: £45k-£60k + bonus
Hybrid: 3 days per week in Newcastle

We are looking for mid to senior Java engineers to join a vibrant, technically-focused delivery team in Newcastle. This is a great opportunity to work on modern backend systems in a collaborative environment with fast career progression and strong learning opportunities.

What You’ll Do: *Develop modular, maintainable backend services using Java (8-17) and Spring Boot
*Build and support microservices and end-to-end integrations
*Collaborate with DevOps, testers, UX/UI designers, and cloud teams
*Participate in Agile ceremonies: sprint planning, backlog refinement, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
*Apply best engineering practices including Test Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, coding standards, and version control (Git)
*Mentor and support peers, contributing to technical guidance and team growth
*Occasionally contribute to frontend development or system design discussions
Required Skills & Experience: *3-7+ years’ experience in backend Java development
*Strong experience with Spring Boot / Spring MVC
*Proven delivery experience in software projects, ideally in enterprise or tech-driven environments
*Experience with Agile/Waterfall delivery, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (Git)
*Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure) and containerized deployments is a plus
*Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
*Must be SC eligible (5+ years UK residency, no gaps longer than 30 days)
Nice-to-Have: *TDD/BDD experience
*Exposure to enterprise middleware, secure integrations, or frontend technologies (JavaScript)
*Experience with microservice architectures or large-scale software delivery
What’s on Offer: *Competitive salary with bonuses
*Hybrid working: 3 days per week in Newcastle office
*Access to training and upskilling, including AI-focused programs
*Fast career progression for high performers in a supportive, technical culture
*Work alongside a strong engineering community with shared best practices
This role is ideal for Java engineers passionate about backend development, seeking a collaborative team, modern engineering practices, and opportunities to grow technically and professionally.