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Java Developer – Satellite Systems (Microservices, Agile, Spring Boot) Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid - x3 days per week on-site)  12 month contract Rates - Around £55 per hour (Inside IR35)  Are you ready to work on technology that will launch the next generation of satellites? A leading global aerospace organisation is seeking a skilled Java Developer to join a dynamic 7-person Scrum team, working on a critical software system for a new satellite platform. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge space technology in a collaborative, agile environment. About the Role: You’ll be involved throughout the full software development lifecycle, from design through to testing. The role will focus on building high-performance, secure, and scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot, within a modern CI/CD DevOps setup. Key Responsibilities: Develop high-quality code as part of an Agile Scrum team Collaborate on the design and implementation of new product features Participate in sprint planning, estimations, and reviews Contribute to automated testing and continuous integrationTechnical Skills Required: Strong core Java development (Java 8+) Spring Boot & Spring Framework (with Hibernate) RESTful web services over HTTPS Microservices architecture and distributed systems CI/CD pipelines and modern delivery tools Git for source control, Jira for issue tracking UML/SysML (e.g., using Enterprise Architect)Desirable: Experience with automated testing frameworks Familiarity with Agile development methodologies Passion for innovation and a proactive mindset Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with stakeholdersWhat’s on Offer: Work on mission-critical systems in the space domain Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and quality Long-term career development within a high-tech environmentIf you're a skilled Java Developer looking for a technically challenging and rewarding role in the aerospace and satellite sector, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to Tom Johnson at Certain Advantage - Ref: 78155