Lead Java Developer - London

Company:  Capgemini
Location: London
Closing Date: 07/07/2026
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent

Job Description

Lead Java Developer - London

Reference Code: -en_GBContract Type:PermanentProfessional Communities: Software Engineering

About the Job you are considering:

We are seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer with CIAM Customer Identity and Access Management expertise to design develop and lead the implementation of scalable and secure identity solutions The ideal candidate will have strong technical leadership capabilities and deep proficiency in modern Java based technologies along with IAM concepts

Hybrid working:

The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.

Your Role:

  • Lead the design development and deployment of robust backend services using Core Java Spring and Spring Boot
  • Architect and implement CIAM solutions ensuring scalability reliability and security
  • Build and maintain RESTful APIs for integration with internal and external systems
  • Work with Kafka for event driven and streaming architectures
  • Design and manage data persistence using MongoDB
  • Develop containerized applications using Docker and manage deployments via Helm Kubernetes
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams including security DevOps and product teams
  • Provide technical leadership mentorship and code reviews for development teams
  • Ensure adherence to security best practices especially around authentication authorization and identity management
  • Troubleshoot performance issues and optimize system efficiency
  • Contribute to architectural decisions and roadmap planning

Your Skills:

  • 8 years of experience in Java development with at least 2 years in a lead role
  • Strong expertise in Core Java Java 8
  • Spring Framework Spring Boot
  • REST API development
  • Handson experience with Apache Kafka
  • MongoDB or other NoSQL databases
  • Docker and containerization
  • Helm Kubernetes deployments
  • Solid understanding of CIAM IAM concepts including
  • OAuth2 OpenID Connect OIDC SAML
  • Identity lifecycle management
  • Authentication authorization frameworks
  • Experience designing scalable distributed systems
  • Strong knowledge of microservices architecture
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and CICD pipelines
  • Experience with CIAM platforms such as Azure AD B2C Okta Auth0 ForgeRock or similar
  • Knowledge of API gateways and security frameworks
  • Exposure to cloud platforms Azure AWS or GCP
  • Experience in highavailability and highperformance systems
  • Certifications in Java Cloud or IAM are a plus

We are a Disability Confident Employer:

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Why you should consider Capgemini:

Growing clients businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. When you join Capgemini, youll join a thriving company and become part of a collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. We find new ways technology can help us reimagine whats possible. Its why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the worlds leading businesses, and its how youll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge, and always pushing yourself to do better, youll build the skills you want. Youll use your skills to help our clients leverage technology to innovate and grow their business. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is.

About Capgemini:

Capgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organisations and make it real with AI, technology and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise and strong partner ecosystem, leveraging our capabilities across strategy, technology, design, engineering and business operations. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of 22.1 billion.
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