Senior Java Developer

Senior Java Developer

Location: Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
Reports to: Head of Development and Testing
Working with: Software Development Team and Business Stakeholders

Introduction

The Client is a leading specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions in the UK. The Client works collaboratively with the NHS to deliver a range of high-quality tests, scans, assessments, and procedures, supporting millions of people in their healthcare journeys.

As a people-focused organisation, the Client’s teams play an integral role in delivering its services. Its values of Trust, Passion, Care, and Fresh Thinking underpin everything the organisation does and influence the way it interacts with patients, customers, and colleagues.

The Client is committed to providing high-quality services within local communities and ensuring that patients receive a positive experience.

What You Will Do

We are seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer with deep expertise in API development and microservices architecture.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Implement scalable, secure, and high-availability solutions for enterprise applications.
• Collaborate with architects, product owners, and other developers to define technical solutions.
• Optimise application performance and ensure robust error handling and logging.
• Integrate with third-party systems and internal services using modern API standards.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices, including TDD/BDD.
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and promote engineering excellence.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and data protection regulations.

What People See in You

You are recognised by colleagues for your strong technical expertise in Java development and your ability to design scalable, secure solutions. Key characteristics that would describe you include:

• Analytical when architecting APIs and microservices, ensuring solutions are efficient, maintainable, and aligned with best practices.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage complex developmenft tasks and deliverables across multiple projects.
• A positive contributor to team collaboration, actively sharing knowledge and mentoring junior developers.
• A completer-finisher, dedicated to delivering robust, high-quality code that meets long-term business objectives.
• A self-starter and motivator, proactively identifying opportunities for performance improvements and innovation.
• Action-oriented, with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and engineering excellence.

You Will

As part of the Client’s organisation, you will have the opportunity to contribute to an organisation focused on making healthcare better. We expect our people to demonstrate qualities that align with the Client’s values and culture, including:

• Commitment to making a positive difference in healthcare.
• High standards in everything you do.
• A desire to continuously improve yourself and your work.
• Honesty, openness, and integrity.
• A collaborative and cooperative approach to working with others.
• Confidence and assurance without arrogance.
• Sound judgement and considered decision-making.
• Respect for the views and perspectives of others.
• A self-starter mindset, with the confidence to work independently and provide solutions to challenges.
• Flexibility in working patterns to fulfil business requirements and accommodate unexpected changes when necessary.
• A willingness to share ideas and constructive opinions.

You Have Experience Of

• 5+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java 11+, Spring Boot, and Spring Cloud.
• Proven experience in API design, RESTful services, and microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience with containerisation using Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Understanding of design patterns, SOLID principles, and domain-driven design.
• Knowledge of message brokers such as Kafka and RabbitMQ, and event-driven architecture.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Tech Stack

Backend (Required): Java (Spring Boot)
Frontend (Required): JavaScript
Frontend (Ideal): Vue.js
Database (Required): SQL (PostgreSQL)

This is not a restrictive list of duties, and the successful candidate may be required to carry out additional tasks within their capabilities.

All employees are expected to participate in performance reviews, self-development activities, and mandatory and statutory training.