Location: Newcastle (Candidates must be based locally and have the right to work in the UK) Salary: Up to 50,000 Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract with a view to becoming permanent Clearance: SC Eligible We''re supporting a major technology programme and are looking for an experienced Java Developer to join a growing Agile engineering team based in Newcastle. This is an excellent opportunity for a developer who enjoys building modern microservices, working within cloud environments and contributing to large-scale digital transformation projects. You''ll be joining a collaborative team where engineering quality, automation and continuous improvement are central to the development approach. The role offers long-term stability with a clear pathway from FTC to permanent employment and would suit somebody looking to work within a secure, highly governed environment whilst continuing to develop their technical skills. What You''ll Be DoingDeveloping and maintaining Java-based applications and microservicesBuilding scalable services using Java (JDK 11+) and Spring BootSupporting the design and development of modern microservice architecturesWorking closely with Architects, DevOps Engineers and Technical LeadsSupporting end-to-end integration between technical componentsParticipating in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, stand-ups, sprint reviews and retrospectivesContributing to code reviews, testing activities and engineering best ..... full job details .....