
Backend Developer - Java at Methods Business and Digital Technology. Key Responsibilities:. . · Design, develop, and maintain backend services using . Java 8/17. , . Spring Boot. , and . Java EE. . . · Implement and maintain . REST APIs. based on . RAML. specifications, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and high-performing. . · Apply . CQRS. (Command Query Responsibility Segregation) and . Eventual Consistency. principles to design robust distributed systems. . · Utilize . Event Sourcing. and . Pub/Sub. systems to support event-driven architectures. . · Write and maintain automated unit and integration tests using . JUnit. , . Mockito. , and . Wiremock. to ensure high-quality code. . · Work with . Apache Dataspike. for performance testing and profiling to optimize system performance. . · Leverage . Liquibase. for database versioning and schema management with . Postgres/SQL. and . Active MQ. . . · Design and implement microservices in a . Microservice-based Architecture. , ensuring they are scalable, maintainable, and fault-tolerant. . · Manage containerized applications and services using . Docker. , . Kubernetes. , and . Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). . . · Develop and deploy solutions on . Azure. , utilizing services like . Function Apps (Azure). and . Azure DevOps. . . · Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement scalable architectures and solutions. . · Participate in Agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning, code reviews, and knowledge sharing. . · Ensure high system reliability by applying monitoring, logging, and alerting best practices. . . . Essential Skills & Qualifications:. . · Proven experience as a Backend Developer with a strong focus on . Java 8/17. and . Spring Boot. . . · Experience designing and implementing . REST APIs. using . RAML. . . · Strong knowledge of . CQRS. , . Event Sourcing. , and . Eventual Consistency. patterns. . · Familiarity with . Domain Driven Design. principles. . · Strong experience with . Postgres/SQL. and . Active MQ. . . · Solid understanding of . microservice-based architecture. and . Pub/Sub. systems. . · Experience with . JUnit. , . Mockito. , and . Wiremock. for testing purposes. . · Proficiency in version control systems, such as . Git. . . · Knowledge of . Azure. , including . Function Apps. and . Azure DevOps. . . · Proficiency in containerization using . Docker. and orchestration with . Kubernetes. . . · Strong problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on debugging and troubleshooting complex backend issues. . · Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and adapt to changing project requirements. . . Nice-to-Have Skills:. . · Experience with . Microsoft Azure. services (e.g., . Azure Functions. , . Azure Storage. , . Azure App Service. , . Azure Kubernetes Service. ). . · Familiarity with . Kubernetes. for container orchestration and management. . · Experience with . CI/CD. tools and practices, particularly using . Azure DevOps. . . · Knowledge of . Bash Scripts. for automation tasks. . · Understanding of . Docker. and container management in a cloud environment. . · Exposure to . Active MQ. and . Postgres/SQL. for messaging and database management. . · Experience with . Apache Dataspike. for performance testing. . · Familiarity with . Event Sourcing. and . Pub/Sub. architectures in distributed systems. . · Experience working with . Eventual Consistency. and . CQRS. patterns. . · Knowledge of . Domain Driven Design. (DDD) principles. . · Understanding of . microservice-based architecture. and cloud-native design patterns. . This is a contract role : 3-6 month contract . Remote with some travel if client requires.. This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.. . Company Location: United Kingdom.