Intermediate Software Engineer – (Java, DevOps)

cdlsoftware; Stockport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CDL is seeking an Intermediate Java Developer to join our engineering team in Stockport. You will deliver high-quality software, take ownership of features, and contribute to continuous improvement within your squad, working across the full development lifecycle and collaborating with peers.

You will work across Java development, DevOps practices, and emerging AI-driven approaches to support CDL’s products and platforms, benefiting from a collaborative culture and clear career progression within

Qualifications

• Proficient in Java development and familiar with modern Java frameworks.
• Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD workflows is desirable.
• Interest in AI-driven approaches to software development and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality software and own features within the squad.
• Work across the full development lifecycle and collaborate with peers.

Skills

Java development

DevOps practices

AI-driven development

Job description

We're looking for an Intermediate Java Developer to join our engineering team. This role is suited to a proficient engineer who can deliver high-quality software, take ownership of features, and contribute to continuous improvement within their squad.

You will work across Java development, DevOps practices, and emerging AI-driven approaches to support CDL’s products and platforms.

About CDL

CDL is one of the UK’s leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a consistent history in the high-volume retail insurance sector. CDL has spearheaded developments in the aggregator, web and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment and self-service solutions. As a result, the company’s robust and innovative technologies have enabled its customers to thrive in the highly competitive UK insurance marketplace.

We have built a collaborative and creative culture,leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance our products, processes and decision-making. We pride ourselves on cultivating an inspiring working environment with our employees at the heart of our company.

In a nutshell we are the market leading software house in our industry, creating the software, websites & apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. If you were to go on a price comparison website, approximately 65% of the companies on there are our clients!

Why Join CDL

• Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale, cloud-native platforms
• Strong focus on engineering quality, automation, and modern practices
• Growing adoption of AI-supported development approaches
• Clear and transparent career progression framework
• Collaborative environment across squads and technology communities