Senior Java Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Senior Java Developer to lead a team in crafting innovative digital solutions. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in Java and microservices to enhance industry-leading applications, ensuring they remain robust and scalable. Collaborating within an agile environment, you will mentor junior developers while overseeing software architecture and integration. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of technology and drive best coding practices in a dynamic team. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in software engineering focusing on Java development.
• Experience leading technical teams in agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality, reliable Java applications.
• Guide and mentor developers, including offshore teams.

Skills

Java Development

Microservices Architecture

REST API Development

DevOps (Ansible/Jenkins)

Object-Oriented Design

Relational Databases

MongoDB

Version Control (GIT)

Cloud Platforms (Azure)

Networking Concepts

Tools

Ansible

Jenkins

GIT

Azure

Job description

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We are currently partnering with a global technology leader seeking a Senior Java Developer. You will be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology, shaping the way millions of users experience seamless digital solutions. This is an opportunity to modernise and enhance industry-leading solutions, ensuring they remain reliable and scalable.

As a Senior Java Developer, you will provide technical guidance and mentor a team of developers, fostering technical excellence and delivering high-quality software solutions. Working in an agile environment, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement innovative features while mentoring junior engineers.

Duties:

• Develop high-quality, performant, and reliable Java applications.
• Guide and mentor developers, including offshore teams and contractors.
• Oversee software architecture, ensuring seamless integration with various platforms.
• Gather and analyse requirements, refining features and technical solutions.
• Lead the estimation process and ensure development work is accurately scoped.
• Debug existing code, maintain system performance, and drive best coding practices.
• Manage defects and oversee their resolution across the development team.

Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on Java development.
• Experience leading and/or mentoring technical teams within fast-paced, agile environments.
• Expertise in microservices architecture, REST API development, and security.
• Strong DevOps knowledge, particularly with Ansible or Jenkins pipelines.
• Proficiency in object-oriented design, relational databases, and MongoDB.
• Experience with version control (GIT preferred) and cloud platforms like Azure.
• Familiarity with networking concepts and software design patterns.
• Strong communication skills in a multicultural team.
• It would be nice but not essential to have experience with Spring, Spring Boot, Linux, and front-end technologies like Angular.
• Knowledge of messaging systems such as IBM MQ or RabbitMQ.