Application Engineer II

Vanguard; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment company is seeking a skilled Java Application Engineer to join their Personal Investor Platform team. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Java and Spring, with AWS knowledge as a bonus. Responsibilities include developing microservices, creating and conducting tests, and deploying infrastructure using CloudFormation. This hybrid role requires in-office work three days a week and emphasizes collaboration within diverse teams. Join a company committed to client interests and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Strong curiosity and proactivity in software development.
• Experience in Java development and familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop Spring Boot microservices.
• Create unit tests and integration tests.
• Deploy AWS infrastructure using CloudFormation.
• Collaborate with team members and engage in pair programming.
• Translate technical specifications into code for clients.
• Write codes and perform follow-up production support.

Skills

Java development

Spring

AWS knowledge

Angular/HTML development

Agile methodologies

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

Overview

This role provides intermediate-level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases and supports backend performance optimization, data integration, documentation, and secure development practices. In this role you will

Responsibilities

• Develop Spring Boot microservices
• Create unit tests
• Create cucumber and playwright integration tests
• Create and deploy AWS infrastructure using CloudFormation
• Collaborate with other developers on the team and comfortable with occasional pair programming
• Provide system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases. Integrates third party products
• Translate technical specifications into code for internal clients
• Write programs, develops code, tests artifacts
• Employ software development techniques to ensure tests are implemented in a way that support automation
• Elevate code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule. Provide follow up production support. Submits change control requests and documents
• Interface with cross functional team members and communicates systems issues at the appropriate technical level for each audience
• Understand and complies with Information Technology and Information Security policies and procedures and verifies that deliverables meet requirements
• Participate in special projects and performs other duties as assigned
• This is a hybrid position and would require you to work in the office 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)

Qualifications

• We are seeking a Java Application Engineer with good technical expertise that is passionate about software development, to join our Vanguard Personal Investor Platform team.
• You will need to demonstrate strong curiosity, proactivity and ability to collaborate and communicate effectively within our team and wider partners & stakeholders.
• AWS knowledge, Angular/HTML development knowledge would be a bonus
• An understanding and appreciation of the benefits of Agile, Kanban and Lean methodologies
• Previous experience of Java development experience
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or similar or equivalent combination of training and experience
• An understanding of Languages/Framework (Required): Java, Spring, etc

About Vanguard

Vanguard is a different kind of investment company. It was founded in the United States in 1975 on a simple but revolutionary idea: that an investment company should manage its funds solely in the interests of its clients. We stand for value to investors and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

EEO and accessibility

Vanguard is an equal employment opportunity employer. Vanguard is committed to providing all crew members a working environment that is free from discrimination, prejudice and bias. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Please inform [e-mail] if you need assistance completing this application.