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Job Title – Java Developer/

Senior Java Developer

Location – Fully Remote

Contract role –

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Java Developer or Senior Java

Developer with strong experience in migrating legacy systems from Perl to Java.

This role is critical to the modernization of our platform, where you will work

closely with the development team to analyze, debug, and deconstruct a complex

Perl-based legacy system and rebuild its APIs and services in Java.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and debug a \”black box\” Perl legacy codebase to understand existing functionality.
  • Design and implement scalable, maintainable Java-based APIs and services to replace legacy Perl components.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, DevOps, QA, and product managers to ensure smooth migration and integration.
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented Java code.
  • Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and performance tuning.
  • Ensure the new Java services are cloud-ready and optimized for distributed environments.
  • Contribute to the overall architecture and design of the platform.

    • Required Skills and

    Experience :

  • Strong Java development experience(Java 8+ preferred).
  • Hands-on experience with Perl, especially in debugging and understanding legacy code.
  • Proven experience in migrating systems from Perl to Java.
  • Solid understanding of RESTful API design and development.
  • Experience with cloud platforms(, AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with distributed systems and microservices architecture.
  • Proficient in version control systems (, Git).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

    • Job Title: SDE2

    Location: Edinburgh, UK

    Job Type: Contract

    Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No. . Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as \”Allegis Group\”). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands.

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    TEKsystems Recruiting Team

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    Location: Edinburgh
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