Java Developer - Cloud & Microservices Expert

Manchester Digital; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking an experienced Java Developer to join the Engineering team. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions while mentoring junior colleagues. Successful candidates will demonstrate proficiency in Java and related technologies. The position offers competitive salaries based on region, comprehensive training, and a supportive environment for professional growth. The role supports crucial IT projects for customs and international trade, contributing to the efficiency of HMRC’s operations.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on location

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive professional training

Qualifications

• Experience developing complex Java programs within a technical team.
• Ability to write secure, reusable code following best practices.
• Experience in software development methodologies such as Agile.

Responsibilities

• Design and build complex program solutions from specifications.
• Define software modules for integration builds.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on requirement specifications.

Skills

Java programming proficiency

Experience with Java frameworks (e.g., Spring)

SQL and/or NoSQL database experience

Knowledge of RESTful web services

Experience with TDD and/or BDD frameworks

Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins)

Effective communication skills

Leadership and mentoring abilities

Tools

Java Persistence API (e.g., Hibernate)

Application containerization (e.g., Docker)

Cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure)

Job description

A government agency is seeking an experienced Java Developer to join the Engineering team. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions while mentoring junior colleagues. Successful candidates will demonstrate proficiency in Java and related technologies. The position offers competitive salaries based on region, comprehensive training, and a supportive environment for professional growth. The role supports crucial IT projects for customs and international trade, contributing to the efficiency of HMRC’s operations.