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TXP

Java Developer

On site

Telford, United kingdom

Freelance

07-01-2026

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Skills

Java SQL GitLab Kubernetes Test Scrum AWS Shell Agile Junit Spring Agile Scrum Spring Boot Maven

Job Specifications

Java Developer - Central Government Projects
Location: Telford (ideally 2 days per week on-site, with flexibility)
Contract: 12 months, Inside IR35
Clearance: BPSS mandatory; SC preferred or eligibility requiredRole Summary
We are looking for an experienced Java Developer to join the team, working on critical Central Government projects. You will be part of an Agile Scrum team alongside Java Engineers, Front End Developers, and Quality Engineers, focused on modernising Legacy services into scalable, cloud-ready platforms.Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Back End services using Java and Spring Boot
Ensure strong test coverage with JUnit
Support containerised deployments in Kubernetes environments
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions
Required Skills

Java, Spring Boot, JUnit, Kubernetes
Experience working on Central Government projects
Desirable Skills

JPA, Kibana, Maven, Mockito, AWS, GitLab, Helm, OpenAPI, SQL, Shell Scripting
Why Apply?
Long-term contract (12 months)
Flexible working arrangements
Opportunity to work on high-impact government modernisation projects

About the Company

At TXP, we modernise businesses, at pace and at scale. We solve complex challenges through a connected approach that brings together technology and people. By combining consulting expertise, development services, and resourcing, we help our clients unlock their full potential and build a stronger, more resilient future. Our network of over 650 exceptionally talented professionals excels at uncovering the barriers holding businesses back, and delivering solutions across cloud, cyber security, data & AI, legacy modernisation, ... Know more