Operational Software Engineer

LA International; Telford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment consultancy in Telford is seeking an experienced software engineer to contribute to Enterprise Integration Services. The role requires solid expertise in Java and AWS, with responsibilities in delivering a software roadmap and supporting hybrid working. A minimum of 5 years Java experience and SC Clearance are mandatory.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of solid Java experience.
• Proven expertise in Java Microservices, Java Spring Framework, and Spring Boot 2.
• Experience with cloud-based solutions utilizing AWS.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the stable performance of Enterprise Integration Services.
• Deliver and support the EIS Contracts' Software Roadmap.
• Encourage hybrid working in others.

Skills

Java expertise

Java Microservices

Spring Framework

AWS cloud solutions

CI/CD pipelines

Teamwork skills

Scrum experience

Test-Driven Development

Problem-solving skills

SC Clearance

Tools

Oracle

MongoDB

Kubernetes

Red Hat Linux

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Overview

REQUIRES SC CLEARANCE, 2 DAYS ONSITE IN TELFORD

We are seeking an experienced software engineer to join our operations team, contributing to the stable performance and continual improvement of a host of Enterprise Integration Services across a range of infrastructure platforms. Leveraging knowledge in Java-based products such as WebLogic and Spring Boot, you will play a vital role in delivering and supporting the EIS Contracts' Software Roadmap during its transition to Cloud Infrastructure.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• 5+ years of solid Java experience
• Proven expertise in Java Microservices, Java Spring Framework, and Spring Boot 2
• Experience with cloud-based solutions utilizing AWS
• Experience creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Bamboo, Git Runner)
• Strong interpersonal skills and team ethic
• Experience working in Scrum and Kanban environments
• Experience with Test‑Driven Development and Pair Programming
• Innovative thinking and strong problem‑solving skills to feed a healthy backlog of internal system and service improvement work
• Regular on‑site presence to promote and encourage hybrid working in others
• SC Clearance

Technology Requirements

• Java 7 upwards with Spring Framework and Spring Boot 2
• Oracle and MongoDB
• Kubernetes with Helm
• Red Hat Linux
• Scripting in Shell Script, Perl and SQL
• Jira and Confluence

About LA International

LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy operating globally from the largest single site in the UK. LA International welcomes applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.