Graduate Java Developer

targetjobs UK; Crewe; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite pizzeria, café & barista

Rooftop bar

Star Wars themed office

Job summary

Radius is seeking a Graduate Java Developer to join its software development team in the vehicle telematics unit. You will gain real-life exposure to technologies, collaborate with mentors, and contribute to live projects as you start your professional career.

The role emphasizes learning, teamwork, and delivering scalable code across the stack. Based in Crewe, this graduate opportunity offers on‑site training, a modern workspace, and a culture of continuous development with defined growth paths

Qualifications

• Recent degree in computer science or equivalent subject.
• Familiar with popular Java frameworks (Spring, Netty).
• Familiar with ORM (Hibernate).
• Familiar with front-end technologies and frameworks (Angular, React, Vue, Next.js).
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills, both technical and non-technical.
• Familiar with relational databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Beneficial to know NoSQL databases (DynamoDB, Cassandra, Mongo).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal teams and work as a team player.
• Assess feature requests and develop technical solutions.
• Write effective, scalable, and testable code.
• Integrate user-facing elements into applications.
• Improve functionality of the existing systems.
• Test and debug programs.
• Identify and fix production bugs.

Skills

Java frameworks

Hibernate ORM

Front-end techs

Problem solving

Communication

Relational databases

NoSQL basics

Education

Bachelor degree in computer science or related

Job description

Role Importance

The role of Graduate Java Developer is really important to us. In this role, you’ll join the talented software development team in our successful and growing vehicle telematics business unit.

Role Overview

A Graduate Developer role at Radius offers real-life exposure to the technologies and industries in which we operate and to the international marketplace. It provides the opportunity to gain experience on impactful projects and develop skills in an environment that encourages excellence and rewards enquiring minds.

You will have access to an active support network of peers, managers, and mentors, all of whom are on hand to help you get the most from your experiences and support you to make the right career decisions for you.

Combine this with comprehensive on and off the job training as you make real contributions to live projects, and you won't just gain a unique overview of a successful business, you will have built an incomparable foundation on which to build a rewarding long-term career at Radius.

Location & Environment

We would love to welcome you to our brand-new telematics head office at Arden Square, Crewe, Cheshire, working hours of Monday-Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm.

It is a fantastic modern working environment, built for collaboration, with features including onsite pizzeria, barista, and rooftop bar.

Important: Unfortunately, we are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. You must have full, long-term, right to work in the UK in order to be considered.

Your Responsibilities Day to Day Will Be

• Coordination with internal teams and work as a team player


• Assess feature requests and develop technical solutions


• Write effective, scalable, and testable code


• Integrate user-facing elements into applications


• Improve functionality of the existing systems


• Test and debug programs


• Identifying and fixing production bugs

What Do We Expect Of You?

• Recent degree in computer science or equivalent subject


• Familiar with at least one popular Java framework, e.g., Spring, Netty


• Familiar with Object Relational Mapper (ORM), e.g., Hibernate


• Familiar with front-end technologies and frameworks like Angular, React, Vue, Next.js, etc.


• Good problem-solving skills


• Good communication skills, both technical and non-technical


• Passion for simplifying processes


• Familiar with relational databases and their design, e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.


• Beneficial to know about NoSQL databases, e.g., DynamoDB, Cassandra, Mongo, etc.

What You Can Expect From Us...

Meaningful Work

You’ll be contributing to a critical telematics platform that supports connected vehicle solutions used by businesses globally.

A Standout Workspace

• Modern, collaborative workspaces


• Onsite pizzeria, café, and barista station


• A unique rooftop bar


• And yes… Star Wars themed features throughout the office!

Career Development

Your impact on Radius will be rewarded with the opportunity to progress your career in many directions.

The development of our people has always been a priority for us. We have established a culture of continuous learning and knowledge-sharing which means our colleagues are constantly exposed to new experiences and ways of working.

Every individual, from entry-level to the senior team, have their own personal development plans with clear routes for progression and regular reviews.

Rewards and Benefits

• Pension


• Life assurance


• Employee fuel card scheme (after 6 months)


• Electric Vehicle scheme (after 12 months)


• Employee assistance programme


• Wellness and healthcare assistance via ‘Help@Hand’ by Unum


• ‘Cycle to work’ scheme


• Free breakfast daily in the office


• Free gym access at Radius Campus

About Radius…

Driving Business Forward

Radius offers fuel cards, telematics, vehicle leasing, EV charge points, telecoms, and more to businesses globally.

Established in 1990, we're trusted by over 470,000 businesses to help them grow and become more productive.

With over 3000 colleagues across 5 continents, our people are critical to our success as we develop new innovative products across a growing range of businesses.

Our Values...

• Driven - We are ambitious and tenacious. We constantly strive for more, we look to the future, and we are already working on what’s next.


• Agile - We are quick to adapt to change. We stay ahead of market trends and create solutions for the future.


• Innovative - The status quo is there to be challenged. We are passionate about pushing boundaries and always think bigger.


• Inclusive - We know the value of our customers, partners, suppliers, and colleagues. We encourage inclusivity and work collaboratively.

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion at Radius

Our global DEI networks champion LGBTQ+ inclusion, cultural diversity, women’s empowerment and mental health, neurodiversity and disability support.

We Also Offer

• Global Female Health Policy & Female Health Champions


• Pregnancy Loss and Fertility Treatment Policies


• Endometriosis Friendly Employer (UK)


• Women-focused gym & female health events


• Mental Health First Aiders


• Disability Confident Committed Employer (Level 1)


• Race at Work Charter signatory


• Proud sponsor of Crewe Pride (5 years running) and Cheshire Pride Awards Corporate Supporter 2025


• Community network driving charity and volunteering initiatives, with 8 consecutive years of participation in the UK Challenge.


• Give as you earn scheme (payroll giving) and match funding

Next Steps

Radius is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to welcoming people regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation or socioeconomic background.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage of the process, please let us know, and we will do our best to support you.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.