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    Java Engineer / AWS Serverless Engineer (SC Cleared)

    Technology
    Hays Technology
    London
    Contract
    Competitive
    Remote

    Job Description

    Hays are now looking for a Java Engineer / AWS Serverless Engineer (SC Cleared ) for one of our local clients:

    • 428 p/d Inside IR35

    • Remote (occasional travel to London)

    • 6 month+ contract

    • Candidates must hold current SC Clearance

    Role Overview

    We're looking for a hands-on Java Engineer to develop and support cloud-native services within an AWS environment. You'll work on Java microservices, REST APIs and serverless components, contributing across the full software development lifecycle.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and maintain Java-based microservices and APIs.

    • Build and support AWS serverless solutions using Lambda.

    • Design and consume REST and SOAP services.

    • Write automated tests and contribute to CI/CD pipelines.

    • Collaborate with engineers, testers and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software.

    • Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting and production support.

    Essential Skills

    • Java 21

    • Maven

    • AWS Lambda / Serverless development

    • REST APIs

    • Spring Boot

    • JUnit 5

    • Linux / Shell scripting

    • Git and CI/CD experience

    Desirable Skills

    • AWS API Gateway

    • DynamoDB

    • SQS

    • IAM

    • CloudWatch

    • Oracle Database

    • Mockito, Cucumber, WireMock

    • OAuth / SSO experience

    Experience

    • Strong Java backend development experience.

    • Experience building and deploying applications in AWS.

    • Must be SC Cleared

    • Previous experience working in Agile delivery teams.

    If you are currently SC Cleared and you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or send a copy of your CV to

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    Posted on October 4, 2026

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