Graduate Java Developer (Manchester)

Datalex; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading airline retail technology firm in Manchester is seeking a passionate Graduate Java Developer. This role is ideal for candidates with up to 2 years of experience who are eager to join an Engineering team, gain hands-on exposure to enterprise-level development, and work with modern APIs and cloud technologies. Responsibilities include supporting API development and collaborating on microservices. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Computer Science and a strong desire to learn. The position offers a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of Java development experience.
• Basic understanding of Spring Boot and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with JSON and HTTP concepts.
• Willingness to learn about SOAP-to-REST migrations.
• Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS is beneficial.
• Experience with Git and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and testing REST APIs.
• Support integration of new REST services.
• Collaborate on API design using tools like Swagger Hub.
• Participate in deployment and monitoring of microservices.
• Write basic unit and integration tests.
• Contribute to code reviews and CI pipelines.

Skills

Java development experience

Spring Boot

RESTful API development

JSON

Git

Unit testing

Problem-solving skills

Education

BSc in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Swagger

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and eager Graduate Java Developer to join our Engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with up to 2 years of experience (including internships or academic projects) to gain hands-on exposure to enterprise-level development, modern APIs, and cloud-native technologies. Our platform consists of multiple distributed services which process millions of requests per hour. You will work closely with experienced developers on projects that involve transitioning legacy systems to modern microservices using Spring Boot and AWS.

Key Responsibilities

• API Development Support: Assist in building and testing REST APIs using Spring Boot
• Support integration of new REST services with existing SOAP-based systems
• Collaborate on API design using tools like Swagger Hub
• Gain hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or AWS ECS
• Participate in the deployment and monitoring of microservices on AWS
• Learn about Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
• Testing & Code Quality: Write basic unit and integration tests using JUnit and Mockito
• Work with senior developers to debug and improve system reliability
• Contribute to code reviews and continuous integration pipelines
• Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and agile ceremonies
• Pair with mentors to grow technical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to learning new tools and technologies

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 0–2 years of Java development experience (including academic or internship projects)
• Basic understanding of Spring Boot and RESTful API development
• Familiarity with JSON and basic HTTP concepts
• Willingness to learn about SOAP-to-REST migrations and microservices
• Exposure to or interest in cloud platforms such as AWS
• Experience with Git and basic CI/CD practices
• Foundational knowledge of unit testing with JUnit or similar tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn in a team environment
• Completed a BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Swagger, Postman, or similar API tools
• Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, or AWS ECS during coursework or projects
• Interest in DevOps, monitoring, or cloud infrastructure
• Understanding of authentication protocols (e.g., OAuth2, JWT)

About Datalex

Datalex's purpose is to transform airline retail. Datalex is a market leader in airline retail technology, offering unique products that enable airlines to drive revenue and profit as digital retailers. Datalex has a strong track record of delivering digital retail transformation for progressive airline brands worldwide, including Aer Lingus, easyJet, JetBlue Airways, Air China, Edelweiss, Air Transat, and Air Macau. The Group is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and maintains offices across Europe, the USA and China. In 2024, Datalex was awarded the 'Great Place to Work' and 'Best Workplaces in Tech' certifications. Datalex plc is a publicly listed company on Euronext Growth, Dublin. Learn more at www.datalex.com or follow on LinkedIn @Datalex.

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Datalex offers a hybrid work model. Are you willing to work from the office at least two days per week?