Java Developer – Satellite Systems (Microservices, Agile, Spring Boot) Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid - x3 days per week on-site)
12 month contractRates - Around £55 per hour (Inside IR35)
Are you ready to work on technology that will launch the next generation of satellites?
A leading global aerospace organisation is seeking a skilled
Java Developer to join a dynamic 7-person Scrum team, working on a critical software system for a new satellite platform. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge space technology in a collaborative, agile environment.
About the Role: You’ll be involved throughout the full software development lifecycle, from design through to testing. The role will focus on building high-performance, secure, and scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot, within a modern CI/CD DevOps setup.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop high-quality code as part of an Agile Scrum team
- Collaborate on the design and implementation of new product features
- Participate in sprint planning, estimations, and reviews
- Contribute to automated testing and continuous integration
Technical Skills Required:- Strong core Java development (Java 8+)
- Spring Boot & Spring Framework (with Hibernate)
- RESTful web services over HTTPS
- Microservices architecture and distributed systems
- CI/CD pipelines and modern delivery tools
- Git for source control, Jira for issue tracking
- UML/SysML (e.g., using Enterprise Architect)
Desirable:- Experience with automated testing frameworks
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
- Passion for innovation and a proactive mindset
- Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with stakeholders
What’s on Offer:- Work on mission-critical systems in the space domain
- Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and quality
- Long-term career development within a high-tech environment
If you're a skilled Java Developer looking for a technically challenging and rewarding role in the aerospace and satellite sector, we’d love to hear from you.
Reach out to Tom Johnson at Certain Advantage - Ref: 78155
