Backend Software Engineer

Advantage Resourcing UK Ltd; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Backend Software Engineer (Java / Cloud) for a 12-month contract in Guildford. The role involves designing and developing high-quality, scalable applications within an Agile Scrum team. Successful candidates will possess strong Java skills and cloud service experience. This position allows hybrid working with three days on-site and offers a collaborative environment. This contract presents an opportunity to work on impactful geospatial software solutions with modern tools.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in designing high-quality Java applications.
• Experience with cloud technologies and creating scalable services.
• Familiarity with best practices in testing and development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain Java-based applications.
• Contribute to reusable design patterns for team efficiency.
• Participate in Agile Scrum methodologies and team collaborations.

Skills

Strong commercial experience with Java

Experience developing cloud-based services

Unit testing and test-driven development experience

Tools

Kubernetes

Red Hat OpenShift

Quarkus framework

Angular

Job description

Backend Software Engineer – Java / Cloud (SC Cleared)

Guildford, Surrey (Hybrid - x3 days per week on-site)

12-month contract

Rates: Negotiable (DOE)

We are currently supporting a major organisation within the Defence & Space sector who are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join a collaborative Agile Scrum team working on innovative geospatial software solutions. You’ll be involved across the full software development lifecycle, contributing to the design, development, testing and deployment of scalable, cloud-based services using modern technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain high-quality, scalable Java-based applications
• Contribute to reusable design patterns to improve team velocity
• Write unit and automated tests to support high-quality delivery
• Participate in design and code reviews, ensuring best practice around security, maintainability and scalability
• Produce clear technical documentation and share knowledge across the team
• Actively contribute within an Agile Scrum environment, including sprint planning, reviews and daily stand-ups
• Work collaboratively to meet sprint commitments and delivery milestones

Essential Skills

• Strong commercial experience with Java
• Experience developing cloud-based services
• Unit testing and test-driven development experience

Desirable Skills

• DevSecOps awareness (e.g. Tekton, ArgoCD, SonarQube)
• Experience with Kubernetes or Red Hat OpenShift
• Exposure to Quarkus framework
• Front-end development experience using Angular

Additional Information

• Security Clearance: SC required (or eligible)
• Working hours: 35 hours per week (compressed working pattern available)
• Occasional travel between UK sites may be required
• Interview process: virtual interview followed by onsite visit

If you’re an experienced Java Software Engineer looking for a long-term contract within a secure, high-impact environment, this is an excellent opportunity to work on meaningful technology programmes with modern tooling and strong engineering culture.