Methods is looking for a Back End Developer specialising in Java Spring Boot and GCP(Google Cloud Platform) to join our team within the private Sector Business unit.
Rate: £490 inside IR35
Duration: 6 month initially
Location: Hybrid; 3days/w in London office
Key skillsets: GCP(Google Cloud Platform)Java/Spring Boot
Requirements
Architectural Rebuild:
Play a role in migrating and rebuilding our core architecture in Java Spring Boot to align with a composable, cloud-native landscape.
Connector Development: Design and optimize technical connectors for a diverse mix of global channels, including generalist marketplaces, social commerce (eg, TikTok Shop), and quick-commerce (eg, Glovo, Deliveroo).
Catalog Publication Flow: Refocus efforts on rebuilding the catalog publication flow, addressing technical complexities such as category mapping, product variant synchronization, and asynchronous marketplace APIs.
Business Logic Migration: Collaborate on transferring complex Legacy business rules (pricing calculations, stock filtering, and fulfilment decisions) into the dedicated BCP assets to ensure OMC focuses purely on orchestration and connectivity.
System Reliability: Ensure 100% accurate Real Time synchronization of stock and price updates to prevent financial discrepancies and enhance the customer experience
Technical Skills
Java Spring Boot: Confirmed level proficiency for the architectural rebuild
Database: PostgreSQL
Cache: Redis/Valkey
Architecture: REST Architecture and Event-Driven architecture.
Cloud & Infrastructure: Google Cloud Platform GCP and Kubernetes clusters
Desirable
Experience with Python to facilitate the transition of Legacy components.
Private sector experiences
Skills Required
- Proficient Java Spring Boot development
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP) experience
- PostgreSQL
- Redis / Valkey caching
- REST architecture
- Event-driven architecture
- Kubernetes clusters
- Hybrid work in London office (3 days/week)
- Experience with Python
- Private sector experience
What We Do
Methods is the leading digital transformation partner for the UK public sector. We care deeply about making our public services better and have been doing this for 28 years. Methods partners with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way public sector operates in the UK. Our mission is to help safeguard public-facing services and apply digital thinking to make sure the future of our public services is centred around citizens. Committed to having social impact, we enjoy an enviable track record of delivering real savings and benefits. We do this by helping you move from vertically integrated legacy infrastructure to a platform business model – allowing you to keep infrastructure costs low and focus on doing what you do best i.e. delivering front-end services. With Methods, you access a range of specialist skills and industry expertise to transform your organisation for the digital age, break free of expensive suppliers, and take control of your customer relationships and operating model. Further information on Methods Group can be found at www.methods.co.uk.
