Java Software Engineer

Neev; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Neev is seeking a skilled software engineer to design and develop full-stack applications using Java and modern frontend frameworks. You will build scalable microservices, develop REST APIs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

You will work with AWS cloud services, Docker/Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and observability practices to deliver reliable software. Join a fast-moving Agile environment and contribute to performance optimization and best-practice coding.

Qualifications

• Experience with Java 11/17+ and Spring Boot in building scalable back-end services.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Front-end experience with ReactJS or Angular is desirable.
• Strong SQL knowledge (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Experience with AWS cloud-native technologies.
• Knowledge of messaging systems like Kafka.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized deployments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, Jenkins, and DevOps practices.
• Strong understanding of software design patterns and best practices.
• Experience with monitoring/observability and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain full-stack applications using Java and modern frontend frameworks.
• Build scalable and secure microservices-based solutions.
• Develop and consume REST APIs and integrate with third-party systems.
• Work with cloud-native technologies on AWS.
• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and project stakeholders.
• Perform code reviews, unit testing, and production support activities.
• Optimize application performance and database queries.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Java 11/17+

Spring Boot

Microservices

ReactJS

Angular

RESTful APIs

SQL databases

AWS Cloud

Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Git

Jenkins

DevOps practices

Software design patterns

Observability / Troubleshooting

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

• Strong experience in Java 11/17+, Spring Boot, and Microservices
• Hands-on experience with ReactJS or Angular
• Experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Experience with AWS Cloud Services
• Knowledge of Kafka or other messaging platforms
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, Jenkins, and DevOps practices
• Strong understanding of software design patterns and best practices
• Experience with application monitoring, observability, and troubleshooting

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain full-stack applications using Java and modern frontend frameworks.
• Build scalable and secure microservices-based solutions.
• Develop and consume REST APIs and integrate with third-party systems.
• Work with cloud-native technologies on AWS.
• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and project stakeholders.
• Perform code reviews, unit testing, and production support activities.
• Optimize application performance and database queries.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with API security and authentication mechanisms (OAuth2, JWT)
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)