Contract Java Engineer

AND Digital

. Work embedded in a cross-functional team with software developers, technical product owners and testers .

Posted 10/22/2026contractLeeds • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Java or Kotlin programming, with a strong focus on Test Driven Development and Agile methodologies. Capable of mentoring team members while driving system design and continuous improvement within cross-functional teams.

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Java ProgrammingKotlin ProgrammingTest Driven DevelopmentAgile DevelopmentPair Programming

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Hard Skills

JavaKotlinTest Driven DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesSystem DesignContinuous ImprovementCross-Functional CollaborationMentoringCoaching

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaKotlin

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work embedded in a cross-functional team with software developers, technical product owners and testers
Develop JVM applications using Test Driven Development and Pair Programming
Drive the design and implementation of systems
Understand the context and purpose behind system implementation decisions
Continuously improve systems and ways of working
Mentor and coach other members of the department

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong experience in Java or Kotlin (back-end)
Comfortable with TDD (test-driven development)
Extensive knowledge of Java or Kotlin programming languages (5 years+)
In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in a cross-functional, agile development team
3+ years practical experience in test driven development
Interest in pair programming

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements considered, subject to the requirements of the role
Reasonable adjustments and workplace accommodations where needed