Java with Springboot

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer with strong proficiency in Spring Boot to join a high-performing technology team working on scalable, enterprise-grade applications for NatWest Group. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and supporting cutting-edge digital solutions aligned with modern development practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot and related technologies

Collaborate with architects, product owners, and other developers to translate business requirements into technical solutions

Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following best practices and coding standards

Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing

Contribute to DevOps practices: CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud deployments

Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application issues in a timely manner

Ensure application performance, scalability, and security

Required Skills & Experience:

Strong core Java (Java 8 or above) development skills

Proven experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA, and Spring Security

RESTful API design and integration

Experience with Microservices architecture

Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines

Hands-on experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MongoDB

Knowledge of testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito)

Familiarity with Git, Jenkins, Maven/Gradle

Good understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Preferred (Nice to Have):

Experience working in the banking or financial services domain

Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP

Exposure to Kafka or other messaging systems

Experience with Frontend frameworks (Angular/React) is a plus