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Fruition IT

Java Software Engineer

Hybrid

London, United kingdom

Freelance

23-02-2026

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Skills

Java Agile

Job Specifications

Java Developer

Contract – 6 Months

Outside IR35

Hybrid - 1 day per month in London office

We’re looking for an experienced Java Developers to join a fast-paced engineering team on an initial 6-month contract (Outside IR35). You’ll be contributing to the development and enhancement of scalable backend systems in a collaborative, delivery-focused environment.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java applications
Build and improve backend services and APIs
Write clean, testable, and efficient code
Collaborate with engineers, QA, and stakeholders to deliver features
Participate in code reviews and technical discussions

Requirements

Strong commercial experience with Java
Solid understanding of object-oriented design principles
Experience building backend systems and APIs
Familiar with unit testing and best coding practices
Comfortable working in an agile development environment

Ideal for a contractor who can hit the ground running and deliver high-quality Java solutions with minimal oversight.

About the Company

We’re an independent, service driven recruitment agency that sources high quality, talented individuals to fill permanent and contract roles across the Technology, Clean Technology & Cyber Security sectors. Since we were established in March 2008 we’ve achieved outstanding success with clients and candidates throughout the UK, US and Europe. We’ve built up rewarding relationships with many of them that continue to this day. Our success is based on four key attributes: • our skills and expertise in the recruitment profess... Know more