Queen Square Recruitment

About the Company

We are an independent recruitment consultancy driven to provide an excellent service to our clients and candidates. We take pride in our service and delivery and have built strong, transparent relationships with all our customers.

How we can help you:

If you're looking to resource an entire project or to fill one strategic position, please get in touch on 020 3887 8700 / 0117 403 8888 or email your requirements to hello@macleanmoore.com - we pride ourselves on our speed of response and are looking forward to hearing from you.

With Maclean Moore, there are no boundaries.

We offer proven delivery solutions in contract, permanent, account management and executive search recruitment. We have a transparent, tailored delivery model our clients and candidates enjoy. Whether it’s a one-off contractor utilising a niche skill set, or to engage with a large team for rapid upscaling we can deliver. Our leading systems and pragmatic approach gives us the opportunity to develop clear strategies and deliver every time.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Queen Square Recruitment

Job Title

Senior Java Software Engineer

Job Description

Job title: Senior Java Software Engineer Role Summary: Design, develop, and maintain scalable, cloud‑native microservices for a global financial services program using modern Java and AWS technologies. Expactations: Deliver high‑quality, production‑ready solutions on time; collaborate within cross‑functional agile teams; adhere to best practices for architecture, security, and DevOps. Key Responsibilities: - Design and build Java microservices with Spring Boot. - Develop RESTful APIs for enterprise systems. - Create cloud‑native solutions on AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, API Gateway). - Containerize services with Docker and orchestrate using Kubernetes. - Implement event‑driven architectures with Kafka. - Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and production deployment strategies. - Collaborate with agile teams across functional domains. Required Skills: - 10+ years Java development experience. - Expertise in Java 11/17 and Spring Boot microservices. - Strong AWS experience (compute, storage, serverless, database, API gateway). - Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). - CI/CD pipeline development. - Messaging systems (Kafka) and event‑driven design. - Agile/Scrum delivery experience. Required Education & Certifications: None specified.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

29-12-2025

Company Name

Queen Square Recruitment

Job Title

Postgres Data Architect

Job Description

Job title: Postgres Data Architect Role Summary: Architect and implement PostgreSQL‑centric data migration and integration solutions. Lead design of CDC‑based pipelines, ensuring consistent data flow from legacy to cloud services while maintaining data integrity and performance. Expectations: * Deliver end‑to‑end migration architecture for PostgreSQL (Aurora preferred). * Apply CDC tools to capture, transform, and load data with minimal downtime. * Collaborate with development, DevOps, and data teams to achieve seamless integration. Key Responsibilities - Design robust data models and migration strategies for PostgreSQL environments. - Configure and maintain CDC solutions (IBM CDC or equivalent) to capture source changes. - Build, test, and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines using Kafka and other streaming technologies. - Deploy PostgreSQL releases in AWS, managing scaling, backups, and security. - Implement IaC, CI/CD pipelines, and observability for end‑to‑end deployment. - Validate and transform data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with business rules. - Troubleshoot performance, data integrity, and integration issues across systems. Required Skills - Hands‑on PostgreSQL (Aurora preferred) experience and advanced data modeling. - Expertise with CDC technologies (IBM CDC or similar). - Proficiency in AWS ecosystem, including RDS/Aurora, S3, Lambda, and IAM. - Familiarity with Kafka, data streaming, and ELT concepts. - Knowledge of IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD pipelines. - Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills. Required Education & Certifications - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent practical experience). - Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Database – Specialty, PostgreSQL Certified Engineer) preferred but not mandatory.

London, United kingdom

On site

29-12-2025

Company Name

Queen Square Recruitment

Job Title

Mobile Backend Developer

Job Description

Job title: Mobile Backend Developer (Senior Application Engineer) Role Summary: Senior Backend Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining cloud‑native microservices that support mobile applications. Lead technical strategy, mentor junior staff, enforce TDD/BDD, and implement secure, scalable APIs within the Software Development Life Cycle. Expectations: - Deliver high‑quality, production‑ready code for mobile‑focused services. - Act as a technical leader and advocate for best practices across the team. - Stay current with emerging cloud and mobile backend technologies. - Communicate effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders to align architecture with business goals. Key Responsibilities: - Architect and implement distributed, event‑driven microservices using Java/Kotlin and Spring Boot. - Design secure REST/GraphQL APIs with OAuth 2.0 and apply API security best practices. - Drive TDD and BDD across the SDLC, ensuring automated test coverage. - Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing. - Collaborate with technical leads, IT teams, and business stakeholders to refine requirements. - Review and enhance technical documentation, promoting clarity and accuracy. - Apply design patterns to create scalable, maintainable, reusable components. - Ensure compliance with IT security policies and data protection regulations. Required Skills: - 5+ years of backend development for mobile platforms. - Expertise in Java/Kotlin, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture. - Strong grasp of OAuth 2.0, secure API design, and event‑driven patterns. - Experience with AWS services (DynamoDB, S3, Lambda). - Proficient in automated testing (JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber). - Familiarity with TDD/BDD methodologies and CI/CD pipelines. - Analytical thinking and problem‑solving abilities. - Knowledge of financial services domain concepts and regulatory requirements. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. - Optional professional certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Java SE Programmer, or equivalent.

Manchester, United kingdom

Hybrid

30-12-2025

Company Name

Queen Square Recruitment

Job Title

Technical Architect

Job Description

Job Title: ServiceNow Technical Architect Role Summary: Senior ServiceNow architect specializing in Customer Service Management (CSM) and IT Service Management (ITSM) to design, implement, and maintain scalable, efficient ServiceNow solutions across enterprise clients. Expectations: Deliver end‑to‑end architectural direction, lead technical decision‑making, mentor development teams, and ensure alignment with business requirements and best practices. Key Responsibilities: - Translate functional requirements into ServiceNow CSM technical designs. - Produce architecture blueprints and functional specifications for CSM implementations. - Design, develop, and manage integrations with external platforms (CRM, ERP, Salesforce, SAP, Oracle, Azure, AWS) using REST, SOAP, Integration Hub, and MID Server. - Oversee full project lifecycle: concept, development, testing, deployment, and post‑deployment support. - Maintain and enhance existing ServiceNow applications, including consolidation, upgrades, migrations, and performance tuning. - Establish technical governance, coding standards, and best‑practice frameworks. - Resolve complex ServiceNow CSM issues as a subject‑matter expert. - Mentor and guide cross‑functional teams; conduct knowledge transfer sessions. - Collaborate closely with stakeholders to validate solution fit and secure stakeholder buy‑in. Required Skills: - Proven ServiceNow Architect with deep expertise in CSM modules, workflows, and portals. - Minimum 3 full‑lifecycle ServiceNow projects led. - Strong integration capabilities: REST, SOAP, MID Server, Integration Hub spokes, and flow designer. - Experience with external system integrations: Salesforce, SAP, Oracle, Azure, AWS. - Knowledge of ServiceNow Orchestration, Flow Designer, and Integration Hub. - Proficient in instance consolidation, upgrades, migrations, and performance optimization. - Excellent communication, client‑facing, and stakeholder management skills. - Leadership abilities: assertive, confident, and effective mentor. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). - ServiceNow Certified Solution Architect (Enterprise Architecture or Product Architecture) preferred. ---

Guildford, United kingdom

On site

30-12-2025