Java Developer - Contract

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer to join a leading technology organisation in Cork on a contract basis. The successful candidate will work as part of an agile development team, designing and implementing high-quality, scalable software solutions that support critical business systems and digital transformation projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced contractor to work with modern Java frameworks and cloud-based technologies in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using modern Java frameworks.

• Collaborate with front-end developers, DevOps engineers, and business analysts to deliver end-to-end solutions.

• Write clean, efficient, and testable code following best practices and coding standards.

• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and continuous integration processes.

• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimise existing applications for performance and scalability.

• Contribute to architectural discussions and propose technical improvements.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years' experience in Java development (Java 8+).

• Strong experience with Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and RESTful API development.

• Good understanding of Microservices architecture and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Experience with SQL and relational databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.

• Proficiency with Git, Maven/Gradle, and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.).

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP.

• Familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other messaging platforms.

• Exposure to Frontend technologies (Angular, React) is an advantage.

• Previous experience in financial services, telecoms, or enterprise-scale systems.

Why Apply?

• Competitive daily rate with flexible payment options (PAYE or Ltd).

• Hybrid working environment in Cork's thriving tech sector.

• Work with modern Java frameworks and cloud technologies.

• Join a high-performing agile team delivering impactful projects.