Junior Java Developer

AND Digital; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in the UK is seeking a skilled professional for software development projects. Candidates with at least 2 years of experience in technologies such as Java and AWS are encouraged to apply. The company offers a flexible working model and various opportunities for career development. Ideal applicants possess an AWS certification and thrive in Agile environments.

Benefits

26 days holiday allowance + bank holidays

Share scheme

£1000 flexifund for benefits

Monthly team socials

Training budget and allocated study days

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional experience working on software development projects.
• Experience in an Agile and collaborative environment.
• Possession of an AWS Associate Developer certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Champion software quality and technical vision.
• Facilitate problem solving and collaborate with the team.

Skills

Software development experience

Java

AngularJS

AWS

Jenkins

TDD

BDD

Agile development

Education

AWS Associate Developer certification

Job description

Who We Are

We're a tech company focusing on accelerating digital delivery and we're dedicated to closing the digital skills gap. We’ve been helping organisations build better digital products and stronger digital teams since 2014.

We believe our work should always leave a legacy for our client. We do this through close relationships with our offices (or ‘Clubs’) so that our partners are always prioritised by a regional team close to them.

This unique model has driven success for our clients and ourselves, evidenced by our remarkable organic growth since 2014. Today we number more than 1,300 people with Clubs all over the UK and Europe with plans for global expansion in the next couple of years.

Join us - and help us fulfil our mission to close the world’s digital skills gap!

What you’ll bring to the table

• At least 2 years of professional experience working on software development projects using languages and technologies such as Java, AngularJS, AWS, Jenkins, Karate, Gherkin, Cypress...
• Champion software quality and technical vision for AND and our clients.
• Champion TDD/BDD/XP Software development.
• The ability to facilitate problem solving and work as a team to make them a reality.
• Experience working in an Agile, collaborative environment where your ideas and opinions are valued and respected.
• The drive to pursue your own career development - with many different paths to choose at AND you will have the full support of the wider management team to progress your career at your own pace.
• Possession of an AWS Associate Developer certification is highly desirable.

By joining AND, we’ll provide

• Opportunities to work on projects with innovative clients, and the chance to produce meaningful work that makes a difference to people’s lives.
• A “Blended Working” model, meaning you will be able to work in a range of locations from your home, in your clubhouse, on a client, as well as just a change of scenery.
• A dedicated career scrum team, designed to help you reach your career goals and develop the skills you need to be your best self.
• An annual budget for training and upskilling, including allocated days off so you don’t have to study in your own free time.
• Monthly and quarterly team socials - on us - ranging from after work drinks, to driving experience days with your fellow club members.
• A safe environment for you to be yourself and challenge yourself.

Benefits

• 26 days holiday allowance + bank holidays.
• Share scheme.
• A £1000 flexifund to use on a personalised list of benefits such Gym membership, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health, dental and optical cash plan.
• PLUS many more.

Why join AND Digital?

We have three values: wonder, share, and delight. These values inform how we work with clients, and our culture: what it feels like to work for AND. We believe collaboration, ambition, curiosity and fun can drive innovation by creating a better environment for problem-solving.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At AND Digital we embrace diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. We are actively recruiting for a diverse and inclusive workforce so want to ensure we do everything we can to support your application.

We want you to feel safe and empowered to let us know if you require any adjustments to be made to your application or interview process so please speak to our recruitment team.

Please note that this position requires an active SC clearance or eligibility to obtain an SC clearance. Candidates without a current and valid SC clearance or the ability to become eligible for an SC clearance will not be considered for this role.