Java Fullstack Developer

Ascendion; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in the UK is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Software Engineering Group. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of Java experience and hands-on full stack development skills. Responsibilities include applying knowledge through the software development lifecycle with a focus on Performance Testing and SRE. Candidates should be passionate about innovation and building collaborative teams, with solid understanding in cloud-native development and micro-service architecture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Java using the Spring technology stack.
• Hands-on experience as a full stack Java developer.
• Exposure to messaging layers like IBM MQ and Kafka.
• Good understanding of micro-service design patterns.
• Proficient in data modeling, SQL, and performance tuning.

Responsibilities

• Apply depth of knowledge to software development lifecycle focusing on Performance Testing and SRE.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve common goals.
• Embrace a culture of experimentation and improvement.

Skills

Java

Full Stack Development

Messaging Layers (IBM MQ, Kafka)

Micro-service Design Patterns

Data Modeling and SQL

Kubernetes

MongoDB / Cockroach

Collaboration

Programming Languages

Education

BS / BA degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Development Toolsets

Job description

Location: Bournemouth, UK (5 days / week work from office)

As an experienced member of our Software Engineering Group, we look first and foremost for people who are passionate around solving business problems through innovation and engineering practices. You'll be required to apply your depth of knowledge and expertise to all aspects of the software development lifecycle focusing on Performance Testing (NFT) & SRE, as well as partner continuously with your many stakeholders on a daily basis to stay focused on common goals. We embrace a culture of experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and learning. You’ll work in a collaborative, trusting, thought-provoking environment

This job requires wide variety of strengths and capabilities, including :

• 5+ years Java (using Spring technology stack)
• Handson Development experience as a full stack Java developer
• Exposure to messaging layers like IBM MQ, Kafka etc
• Good understanding of micro-service design pattern
• Proficient in data modeling, database SQL and related performance tuning
• Good understanding of Kubernetes concepts and operation (hands‑on experience preferred)
• Working knowledge of Mongo DB / Cockroach preferred
• BS / BA degree or equivalent experience
• Advanced knowledge of application, data, and infrastructure architecture disciplines
• Understanding of architecture and design across all systems
• Working proficiency in developmental toolsets
• Knowledge of industry-wide technology trends and best practices
• Ability to work in large, collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals
• Passionate about building an innovative culture
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages
• Understanding of software skills such as business analysis, development, maintenance, and software improvement
• Exposure to cloud native development