Java Software Engineer

We're Hiring: Java Server-side Engineer

📍 Location: Onsite

🕒 Type: Full-time | Permanent

💼 Level: Junior

UK based candidates only.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Java Developer to join our growing software development team. As a Java Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and reliable Java-based applications. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software solutions that meet business requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain Java applications across the full software development lifecycle.
• Write well-designed, efficient, and testable code.
• Analyze user requirements to inform application design.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers, product managers, and other developers.
• Integrate applications with databases, APIs, and third-party services.
• Follow best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
• Maintain documentation for software functionality, development processes, and code changes.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

Requirements:

Essential requirements:

• Strong experience developing with Java.
• Proficiency with frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Hibernate.
• Experience in microservices architecture and RESTful API development.
• Strong knowledge of relational databases (SQL, MySQL, including database triggers).
• Good understanding of modern software architectures (e.g. microservices, event-driven, CQRS).
• Hands-on expertise with AWS services (ECS, Lambda, API Gateway, ECR, S3) and Docker.
• Ability to write and run unit tests (e.g. TDD, JUnit, Mockito).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g. GitHub).
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Nice to haves:

• AWS
• Kotlin
• Git Pipelines
• Redis
• Knowledge of Linux

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Team-oriented with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Training provided
• Hybrid/Remote work options
• Professional development support