Jobs, fresher vacancy - Senior Java Backend Engineer • UK

Company: Toucanberry Tech

UK

Toucanberry Tech is a boutique software consultancy specialising in the reinsurance sector. We build innovative products and services by organising cross-functional squads covering product, design, engineering, and data. We value autonomy, results, and cutting through bureaucracy.The RoleWe’re looking for an experienced Java Engineer to join our Actuarial Squad, for a migration effort with strict deadlines. Hands-on technical role for backend development in a complex AWS-based environment.You’ll be developing products that automate key elements of the actuarial lifecycle in Reinsurance, while ensuring solutions align with architectural standards, regulatory requirements, and modern engineering practices. RequirementsDevelop within the client’s AWS environment, understanding what AWS can and can’t do to deliver efficient, secure, and cost-effective solutions.Extensive knowledge of the Spring EcosystemReview and understand existing infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Helm, etc.) to ensure seamless integration between infrastructure and application layers.Provide input to architecture review boards and help shape long-term technical directionScope and size work, refine backlog items, and support the Product Owner in roadmap planning.Partner with business and technical stakeholders to align technical direction with business vision.Support discovery and proof-of-concept work to validate technical approaches.Skills & ExperienceHands-on experience designing and building production systems.Extensive knowledge of the Spring EcosystemStrong understanding of AWS services, their capabilities, limitations, and how to apply them effectively in enterprise settings.Experience reading and working with infrastructure code (e.g., Terraform, Helm, Flux).Prior experience working in large, regulated, or secure corporate environments, navigating legacy systems and structured governance processes.Confidence to contribute to and support architectural reviews and design discussions.Benefits£550 - £600/day, Fully Remote & Outside IR35Long Term Contract