Senior Java Engineer - Spring Boot About the Role My client, a leading digital product studio delivering modern software for blue-chip clients, is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to lead the technical delivery of business-critical solutions while remaining actively hands-on with code. You'll join a high-performing engineering team that values clean code, pragmatic design, and customer-centric outcomes. This is an Ocho exclusive opportunity to join a highly regarded engineering team that values quality, mentorship, and continuous innovation. This role focuses primarily on backend development within the Java ecosystem, though you'll have opportunities to branch into full-stack projects, working with modern frontend tools and cloud-native technologies as needed. Key Responsibilities * Lead and contribute to the design and development of backend Java services * Guide small engineering teams through high-impact delivery sprints * Write production-grade, testable code and participate in code reviews * Contribute to architectural decisions and platform direction * Collaborate cross-functionally with product and design teams * Drive continuous improvement and help shape a culture of engineering excellence * Support and mentor team members, encouraging technical growth Ideal Candidate Profile 8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience Strong expertise in Java 11+ and Spring Boot ecosystem Familiarity with containerisation and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) Experience developing cloud-native solutions or modern frontend applications. Experience developing secure and robust architectures. Experience delivering code following DevSecOps best practices. Experience using Agile methodologies. What's in it for you? Hybrid working and flexible hours 35 days holiday Annual bonus Private pension & healthcare Life assurance M1 MacBook Pro Highly supportive, learning-driven engineering environment For more information on this opportunity, connect with Neill Ferguson on LinkedIn or submit your CV via the link below. Skills: java spring boot engineer aws Benefits: Work From Home