Java Software Engineer

Sanderson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanderson is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to work on government projects. This role requires mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop complex software solutions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with Java, Spring Boot, and cloud platforms including AWS and Azure.

The position offers an opportunity to drive best practices in software development and contribute to architectural decisions, while engaging with the latest technologies and processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in full‑stack software development, including design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Significant hands‑on experience with Java and Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain complex software solutions.
• Contribute to software architecture decisions.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business requirements.
• Implement and optimise CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Full-stack software development

Java

Spring Boot

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Microservices

Docker

Kubernetes

Testing and deployment processes

Job description

Java, Spring Boot and Cloud Platforms(AWS, Azure and GCP)

I am currently working with a leading software software consultancy working with the government for a Senior Java Engineer.

This role involves mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving the adoption of best practices in software development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in full‑stack software development, including design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Significant hands‑on experience with Java, Spring Boot and Microservices.
• Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps practices, with a focus on continuous integration and delivery.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure as code.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern software development practices.
• Knowledge of technologies such as Mircroservices, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), or serverless architecture.
• Awareness of principles like well architected and secure by design.
• Previous experience in a senior engineering role, guiding teams to successful delivery.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages.
• Experience in central government advantageous.
• Experience in a consulting environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain complex software solutions, ensuring they are robust, secure, tested and scalable.
• Contribute to software architecture decisions, ensuring alignment with project and business goals.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, helping to develop their skills and promote best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, UX/UI, DevOps, and QA, to ensure software meets business requirements.
• Implement and optimise CI/CD pipelines to enhance development efficiency and software quality.
• Conduct code reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance team performance and code quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring software operates smoothly and efficiently.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending and integrating them where beneficial.
• Drive improvements in coding standards, testing, and documentation within the team.
• Engage in early‑stage project discussions, providing technical insights and recommendations.
• Ensure that development processes are followed, and contribute to process optimisation initiatives.
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non‑technical stakeholders.