Gigged AI is an open talent marketplace specialising in the IT and technology sector. We have an opportunity live at the moment for a Full Stack Java Developer.
This role is hybrid, with 3 days per week in Glasgow City Centre Office.
Location: UK-based
Duration: Initial 6-month contract
Start Date: ASAP
Day Rate: £300
IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (pending final determination)
All applicant proposals will be reviewed directly on the Gigged AI platform by the hiring manager.
In order to send a proposal please follow the below steps
head to app.gigged.ai and create a free talent profile
once signed in, follow this link to the project - https://app.gigged.ai/find-a-gig/RKvjrJyjLod
you will now see a 'submit proposal' button
please fill this in (intro, relevant experience, and attach CV to this)
We are seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Java Developer with 7–8+ years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-grade web applications. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Java-based technologies, modern frontend frameworks, microservices architecture, CI/CD practices, and Agile delivery methodologies. This role requires direct client interaction, technical leadership, and the ability to deliver high-quality software solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Key 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.
Required Experience & Skills
Experience
- 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
- JEE Technologies (Java 8+, JSF, JPA, JSP, Servlets, JDBC)
- XML Technologies (DOM, SAX, XSLT)
- HTML5, DHTML, JavaScript
- JBoss Application Server
- Core Technical Skills
- Java 8 or higher
- Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC)
- JUnit 4 & JUnit 5
- FreeMarker Templates
- Oracle Database
- Git
- Ruby
- Bundler
- Gradle
- Leiningen
- GoCD
- Ansible (Mandatory)
- Mulesoft
- Frontend Technologies (Preferred)
- JavaScript
- ReactJS
- Redux
- Node.js
- Cloud & DevOps
- Experience developing and deploying applications on AWS.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Jenkins
- Maven
- CI/CD pipelines
- Build and release management processes
- Development Tools
- IntelliJ IDEA or equivalent modern IDEs.
- Source control and version management best practices.
Required Competencies
- 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 Qualifications
- Experience with FreeMarker template development.
- Knowledge of application performance monitoring and profiling tools such as:
- Glowroot
- JProfiler
- Experience with performance tuning and application optimization.
- Exposure to modern DevOps and automation practices