Mobile Backend Developer (JAVA/Kotlin)6 Month contract initially Based: Manchester - Max 3 days Onsite Rate: £Market rates (via Umbrella company)We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Mobile Backend Developer (JAVA/Kotlin) to join the team. Seeking a Senior Application Engineer ( Backend cloud based application development) with deep technical expertise and thought leadership. You will drive strategy for your area of expertise across teams and foster a developer community within your domain. The role involves mentoring junior staff, ensuring high-quality deliverables, promoting best practices like TDD and BDD, and leading engineering practices across the SDLC.Key Responsibilities:* Provide advanced technical expertise in Backend Development, supporting the team with effective solutions and practical insights.* Participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, development, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.* Demonstrate a commitment to keeping up with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, actively applying them in your work.* Contribute new ideas, tools, and methodologies to help foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.* Share knowledge and mentor peers and junior