Java Engineer – Real-Time Data Platform for Sports

Hawk-Eye Innovations (HEI); Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports technology company in the UK seeks an experienced Java Engineer to join its Data Platform Framework. In this role, you will develop and maintain scalable backend services for high-profile sports clients. The position emphasizes strong Java experience, knowledge of AWS, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include a hybrid working model, a competitive salary, and various perks such as gym access and annual leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)

Enhanced pension scheme with 5% matching

Hybrid working model

Complimentary Unmind wellbeing app

Onsite gym (Basingstoke)

Access to sporting events and tickets

Sony Group Company discounts

Qualifications

• Strong background in Java development, preferably with version 11 or later.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services.
• Knowledge of observability and monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop backend services using Java within the framework.
• Deploy applications on AWS, focusing on scalability.
• Collaborate with team engineers to meet project deadlines.

Skills

Strong Java (preferably Java 11 or later) experience

Experience with AWS

Familiarity with observability tools

Experience with microservices and distributed systems

Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment

Tools

AWS

Datadog

Prometheus

OpenTelemetry

Job description

A leading sports technology company in the UK seeks an experienced Java Engineer to join its Data Platform Framework. In this role, you will develop and maintain scalable backend services for high-profile sports clients. The position emphasizes strong Java experience, knowledge of AWS, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include a hybrid working model, a competitive salary, and various perks such as gym access and annual leave.