Intermediate Java Software Engineer

Version 1

Manchester

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share
Flexible/Remote Working
Private Healthcare Cover
Gym Discounts
Educational Assistance
Generous Holiday Allowance
Employee Assistance Programme
Incentivised Certifications
Mindfulness Workshops
Annual Excellence Awards

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Intermediate Java Software Engineer, where you'll develop high-quality software solutions in a collaborative environment. You'll leverage your Java expertise and knowledge of frameworks like Spring to create maintainable applications that meet client needs. This role offers the chance to grow your technical skills while contributing to exciting projects and process improvements. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing and career progression, this innovative firm values its people and provides a supportive workplace culture. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Experience in Agile environments with a solid software engineering background.
  • Proficient in Java, TDD principles, and REST API development.

Responsibilities

  • Develop high-quality software solutions and maintain documentation.
  • Work within a Scrum team to enhance technical skills and process improvements.

Skills

Java
Agile
Test-Driven Development (TDD)
REST APIs
SQL
DevOps
Communication Skills

Tools

Spring/Spring Boot
JUnit
Hibernate
Apache Kafka
Docker
Kubernetes
Jenkins
Ansible
Packer

Job description

Company Description

Version 1 has celebrated over 26 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Our expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly changing Digital-First world we live in. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology giants including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, and Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.

We’re An Award-winning Employer Reflecting How Our Employees Are At The Very Heart Of Version 1 And What We Do

  • UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner
  • 3400+ strong, €350/£300m revenue business
  • 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK
  • Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW
  • Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW

We’re a core values driven company, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them, it’s deeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us and we’ll invest in you!


Job Description

As an Intermediate Java Software Engineer, you will be part of a cross-functional team, working on developing high-quality, maintainable software solutions to meet our clients' needs. You will continue to expand your technical skills and contribute to process improvements, while also taking ownership of key tasks and responsibilities within the project. You will use programming languages such as Java and associated frameworks (e.g., Spring/Spring Boot, JUnit, Hibernate, etc.) to develop software that aligns with client requirements. You will follow best engineering practices and help ensure they are applied throughout the team. Additionally, you may have the opportunity to contribute to Front-End development as needed. You will also create clear and effective documentation to ensure the best experience for our client’s users.


Qualifications

  • Experience of working in a Scrum Team and an Agile environment
  • Solid software engineering background covering SOLID principles with Java experience.
  • Solid experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles, writing unit and integration tests to ensure code quality, and maintaining a reliable testing suite to support continuous integration and delivery.
  • Some experience with Apache Kafka, including working on distributed messaging systems for real-time data processing and managing Kafka-based solutions.
  • Experience developing REST-based APIs.
  • Some experience with SQL is required, and exposure to SQL stored procedures and indexes is preferred.
  • Knowledge with DevOps principles and CI/CD tools (such as Jenkins, Ansible, Packer, Docker).
  • Some experience with Docker, Kubernetes or OpenShift for containerisation and orchestration of applications.
  • Knowledge of developing solutions on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, with familiarity in services such as serverless functions, databases, storage, and compute resources is desirable.
  • Some front-end development experience is desirable.
  • Financial Services or Capital Markets experience with FIX protocol is preferred.
  • Ability to effectively coordinate with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment with project goals.

Additional Information

Why Version 1?

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.

  • Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits.
  • Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.
  • Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance.
  • Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.
  • Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies.
  • Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
  • Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platform.
  • Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.

And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.


Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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