Java Software Engineer

Software Engineer (Java)

To support their aggressive growth targets, my client have identified the need for bespoke systems to streamline and automate their existing production processes. Successful applicants have the exciting task of forming their in-house Software Department, with the key target to develop the production system required to fulfil the needs of the group. This greenfield project aims to make use of cutting edge technology to enable the development of a best in class product.

Key responsibilities:

Work with the rest of the Software Department team to continually design and develop state of the art production software

Contribute to all stages of the development lifecycle

Define application objectives and functionality

Create detailed design documentation

Propose and implement changes to current Java infrastructure

Conduct software analysis, programming, testing and debugging

Prepare and produce end user documentation

Support continuous improvement, investigating alternative technologies, and presenting for architectural review   

Skills & Knowledge:

Essential

Java 17

Spring Boot

MongoDB

AWS

Docker

Domain Driven Design

TDD/BDD

Basic Frontend Development in React.js/Typescript/HTML/CSS   

Desirable

Spring Webflux / Project Rector

Reactive programming

Cloud Native Development (AWS SDK/CDK)

CI/CD Automation (Jenkins)

ETL/Real Time Analytics/Database Modelling

Writing Automated Testing Frameworks

Manufacturing/Supply Chain Experience   

Further information:

£50,000-£55,000 depending on experience + bonus scheme

37 hours per week

25 days annual leave

7% employer pension contribution (plus 3% employee contribution)

Optional private healthcare

Flexible working, 80% remote, 20% office based