Kotlin (Java) Developer

Who is HelloKindred?

HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid.

Our vision is to make work accessible and people’s lives better. We do this by disrupting traditional employment barriers – connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length: April 25, 2027

Work Set-Up: Hybrid (3 days per week in office)

Clearance Required: BPSS

Our client in the Information Technology and Services industry is looking for a Kotlin (or Java) Developer to work within the Developer Experience (DevX) Standards and Controls function, which is building a platform for control owners and development teams to manage and view their compliance with a range of software development controls.

The successful candidate will work on Kotlin and Java-based web applications and APIs across 2–3 applications and proofs of concept. Exact candidate allocation will depend on experience and fit. All applications have a microservice architecture built using modern coding techniques.

• Experience in Kotlin, or significant Java experience with a willingness to learn Kotlin.
• Practical experience in at least two or three of the following areas: API development, SQL/databases, HTML, and JavaScript.
• Extensive experience working with microservices.
• Strong technical and analytical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working in Agile environments, including the use of Jira and Confluence.
• Excellent writing skills and strong attention to detail in code.
• A proactive approach to work, with the ability to identify next steps and progress work independently.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with developers, testers, customers, and wider teams.
• Strong written and spoken English skills.
• Good working knowledge of cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, and GCP is desirable.

Additional Information

Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country where the position is based, without requiring employer sponsorship.

HelloKindred is committed to fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring practices. We assess candidates based on skills, experience, and role-related requirements.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. While we review every application carefully, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

HelloKindred is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.