Consulting Software Engineer: Agile, TDD & Pairing

Opencast | B Corp™; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Share options

Discretionary bonus

25 days holiday

Life happens days

Job summary

Opencast is seeking software developers who care about building robust software with craft and thoughtful problem-solving. You’ll work in a collaborative environment using Java or Scala, with a strong emphasis on TDD, refactoring, and continuous learning to deliver high-quality services for clients across the UK.

The role involves weekly on-site work, travel to client locations across the UK, and close collaboration within agile teams.

Qualifications

• Experience as Software Developer using Java or Scala.
• Strong design and maintainable code skills (OO).
• Solid testing practices (TDD, automated tests).
• Comfort with agile teams and iterative delivery.
• Ability to learn new technologies and contribute across the stack.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to pair-program to share knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality services using Java/Scala.
• Design and implement well-structured, maintainable systems (OO).
• Apply robust testing to ensure reliability and confidence in deliverables.
• Adapt to new technologies and contribute across the stack.
• Work in Agile teams to deliver value iteratively.

Skills

Java/Scala

OO design

TDD

Agile

Pair programming

Testing

Team collaboration

Job description

Opencast is seeking software developers who care about building robust software with craft and thoughtful problem-solving. You’ll work in a collaborative environment using Java or Scala, with a strong emphasis on TDD, refactoring, and continuous learning to deliver high-quality services for clients across the UK.

The role involves weekly on-site work, travel to client locations across the UK, and close collaboration within agile teams.