Junior Java Developer

Version-1; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly profit share

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Gym discounts

Bike to Work

Excellence awards

Job summary

Version 1 is seeking a talented Java Developer to join our Azure-enabled API and digital solutions team. You will develop enterprise Java solutions and integrate across complex programmes, collaborating with thought leaders in API platforms and cloud services.

The role offers exposure to Apigee and modern tooling, with strong career progression. We value experience in Agile environments, API development, and a passion for learning new technologies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on Java development experience.
• Experience in Agile environments and fast-paced sprints.
• Experience building APIs is key for the role.
• Azure knowledge is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Key player in the client’s Digital Transformation initiatives.
• Develop new features and large-scale integrations.
• Work in an Agile environment with frequent sprint cycles.
• Build Front-Office applications for leadership users.
• Introduce new technology stacks to the business.
• Gain exposure to Microsoft Azure and Apigee.

Skills

Java

API Development

Agile

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Maven

Spock

PowerShell

Azure

Apigee

Job description

Version 1 has celebrated30 yearsinbusinessand continues to be trusted by global brands to delivertechnology and transformationsolutions that drive customer success. Ourdeepexpertiseenables our customers to navigate the rapidlyevolving technology landscape. We foster strong partnerships withglobal technology leadersincluding Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat,OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.

We’rean award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heartof whatwe do:

• 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK
• Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW
• Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW

We’rea corevalues drivencompany, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them,it’sdeeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us andwe’llinvest in you!.

Job Description

Version 1 have a great reputation for Digital Applications delivery. Due to our growth trajectory, we are now seeking a number of talented, driven and ambitious Java Developers to help drive innovation and product delivery within one of our key clients.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Java Developer to not only work with some of the best developers in this area, delivering critical new applications and integration solutions but you will also have the opportunity to enhance your skills and development expertise. You will be working with thought leaders in the API space and in the Azure Cloud platform and you will be constantly learning from these experts. Further to this you will have exposure to the Apigee platform which is one of the leading API platforms in the market place.

The ideal candidate will have experience of delivering Java solutions across enterprise level projects/programmes.

It is a position with excellent career prospects, suitable to someone looking to make the next step up in their career and that is seeking to work with new technologies and drive our ambitious development team members to new heights.

Version 1 designs, implements and manages a range of Azure and digital solutions on behalf of our clients. We are searching for a motivated, driven person with a strong fit to our Core values and with the ability to apply their technical knowledge and experience to our client’s programme of work and teams.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of cutting edge Distributed Systems and API’s. You will be working with a range of technical experts as well as with knowledge leaders from the business, giving you exposure to an industry sector embracing innovation and evolution. You will be responsible for:

• Being a key player in this client’s Digital Transformation.
• Developing new and be-spoke features as well as working on large scale integrations.
• Working in an Agile environment where you will be challenged and motivated.
• Building Front-Office applications to be utilised by leaders within their field.
• Introducing a new technology stack to the business.
• Gaining exposure to Microsoft Azure and Apige.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years hands on Java development experience.
• You will have worked in an Agile environment and be comfortable with fast-paced Sprint Cycles.
• Previous experience building API’s is key for this role.
• Any experience with Microsoft Azure is desired.

Additional skills we are looking for include:

• Spring Framework
• GIT
• Jenkins
• Maven
• Spock
• Powershell Scripting

If you are up to the challenge, tick most of the boxes above and looking to own technical oversight of a highly motivated and driven team, then get in touch - we’d love to speak with you!

Additional Information

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.

Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectivelybenefitfrom a share of our company's profits

Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme

Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance

Financial Wellbeing initiativesincluding;Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financialadviceand an Employee Discount scheme

Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies

Educationalassistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat

Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platform.

Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.

And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.

Version1 is an equal opportunities employer.

We are committed to building a diverse,inclusiveand respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences, and we value the different perspectives people bring including those shaped by disability and neurodiversity.

We want every candidate to have a positive and accessible recruitment experience. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process, please contact your recruiter at Version 1. We will consider all requests carefully,respectfullyand confidentially.