Remote Java Developer Location: Remote, UK Engagement: Contract - Inside IR35 Rate: £400 - £420 per day Overview We are looking for a Mid-Level Java Developer to join a distributed engineering team delivering modern software solutions within a private sector environment. The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, comfortable working within a remote-first team, and capable of contributing across the full software development lifecycle. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects involving APIs, cloud-native applications, containerised deployments, and emerging AI/LLM technologies. Essential Skills Strong commercial experience with Java Experience designing and developing REST APIs Hands-on experience building or integrating LLM Agents and AI-powered solutions Solid software engineering fundamentals, including: Writing automated tests Debugging and troubleshooting Logging and monitoring configuration Code reviews and best practices Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsDesirable Skills Commercial experience with Python Experience working with Docker and containerised applications Exposure to cloud-native development practices and CI/CD pipelinesResponsibilities Develop and maintain scalable Java-based applications and services Design and implement RESTful APIs Contribute to the development and integration of LLM-powered solutions and AI agents Configure and support application logging, monitoring, and observability Write and maintain automated tests to ensure software quality Collaborate with developers, architects, and business stakeholders in a distributed team environment Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practicesCandidate Profile Proven experience as a Java Developer within agile engineering teams Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Comfortable working remotely with geographically dispersed teams Self-motivated with the ability to work independently Strong verbal and written communication skills​‌