Java Developer

LA International; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International is seeking 4 Software Developers to join a public sector team on a hybrid basis with 2 days per week in the office across Manchester, Blackpool, Leeds, or Newcastle. The role is IR35 inside and requires SC clearance, with readiness for security clearance prior to appointment.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds who may not meet every listed requirement. Ideal candidates will have strong Java/Spring Boot experience, familiarity with Kafka and MongoDB, and a good grasp

Qualifications

• Experience with Java and Spring Boot required.
• Knowledge of Kafka and MongoDB required.
• Basic understanding of Docker images and containers.
• Experience with unit testing/TDD.
• Gherkin-style BDD testing, preferably cucumber.
• Experience with at least one CI/CD tool (Jenkins, GitLab or GitHub).

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Kafka

MongoDB

Docker

unit testing/TDD

BDD cucumber

CI/CD tools (Jenkins/Gitlab/Github)

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab

GitHub

Docker

Kubernetes/ECS

Gatling

K6

Job description

Our public sector client is looking for Software Developers to join their team. We are looking for 4 Developers that are able to work on a hybrid basis (2 days per week in the office) and work in one of the following locations: Manchester, Blackpool, Leeds, Newcastle.

The role is inside IR35.

Please note that due to the nature of the role SC clearance is required.

Required experience:

Working experience with:

• Java, Springboot
• Kafka and MongoDB
• basic understanding of Docker image and container.
• unit testing/TDD,
• Gerkin style BDD test, preferably cucumber.
• Experience with any one CI/CD tool such as Jenkins, Gitlab or Github

Preferred skills:

• Working experience of using AWS services such as SQS, S3, SNS and/or KMS
• Gitlab CI/CD
• Working experience with cucumber.
• Experience of Gatling or K6 tools for load testing
• Experience of working with Scrum/Kanban methodology.
• Kubernetes or ECS

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.