Full Stack Java Developer

Full Stack Java / J2EE Developer

Bristol (Hybrid) | £40,000-£50,000 | Minimum 4 years' experience

Fancy building software that actually gets used - and actually matters?

We're a well-established company going through an exciting period of growth and digital transformation, and we're on the lookout for an experienced Full Stack Java / J2EE Developer to join us. This isn't a graduate or entry-level role - we need someone who can hit the ground running across both front-end and back-end development from day one.

Why you'll enjoy it here

You'll get real ownership of projects across the full software lifecycle - from requirements and design through to development, testing, deployment, and ongoing improvement. Think business-critical systems, cloud-based solutions, integrations, and platforms that scale - all in a collaborative team where your input genuinely shapes the outcome.

What you'll be doing

Designing, building, and maintaining Java and J2EE applications that support key business processes

Working across the full stack on a variety of development projects

Getting involved in solution design, technical discussions, peer reviews, and walkthroughs

Supporting integrations, APIs, cloud platforms, and connected digital solutions

Troubleshooting production issues and delivering solid, lasting fixes

Writing clear documentation for handover and knowledge sharing

Contributing to build, deployment, release, and continuous improvement practices

Working closely with stakeholders to turn requirements into practical solutions

What we're looking for

Minimum 4 years' commercial experience in Java / J2EE development, front-end and back-end

Strong knowledge of J2EE, RESTful Web Services, and frameworks such as Struts

Solid understanding of unit, integration, system, and regression testing

Confidence with Git, SVN, and Eclipse

A practical, collaborative approach to problem-solving

Genuine curiosity about modern development practices and new technology

Nice to have:

Docker or Kubernetes

UNIX/Linux experience

Build, configuration, and release management

APIs and system integration experience

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure...