Who We AreWe are looking for a skilled Java Developer with AWS to join our team and support innovative backend development initiatives for our client, a leading British multinational in financial services and asset management. As part of your responsibilities, you will design and implement workflow, build and manage distributed workflows leveraging AWS Step Functions. Your expertise will help streamline key HR processes, including time tracking, leave management, and essential HR workflows, ensuring seamless, cloud‑native performance in a highly regulated environment.What You’ll Be DoingBuilding and managing distributed workflows using AWS Step FunctionsDeveloping serverless applications and integrations using AWS services (e.g., Lambda, API Gateway, EventBridge)Designing scalable, event-driven architectures aligned with enterprise standardsIntegrating workflow solutions with backend systems and external APIsParticipating in architecture discussions and defining technical solutionsEnsuring high code quality through best practices, testing, and code reviewsCollaborating with cross-functional teams across delivery locations (onshore/offshore)Supporting deployment and CI/CD processes in cloud environmentsWhat You’ll Bring AlongStrong AWS development experienceHands-on experience with AWS Step FunctionsExperience with EventBridge, SNS, and SQSGood understanding of event-driven / serverless architecturesStrong backend development skills (preferably Java or similar JVM-based languages)Experience building and integrating APIs and microservicesAbility to work autonomously and deliver production-quality code Nice-to-haveExperience migrating workflow/orchestration platforms (e.g. Camunda or similar) to AWS Step Functions Experience with AWS Lambda and serverless patternsFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for serverless flowsThe key priority for us is strong AWS experience around Step Functions and event-driven services Show more Show less