Senior Java Developer

Anglia IT Recruitment; Leeds, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Java Developer for a hybrid role in Manchester or Leeds. The successful candidate will significantly contribute to public sector digital services. Responsibilities include designing and improving products and platforms within a collaborative team. The ideal candidate should have recent experience with Java 21, TDD, BDD, and a strong commitment to high-quality software delivery. This role emphasizes collaboration and innovation in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Java 21 or later.
• Understanding of TDD and BDD methodologies.
• Experience working with microservice architectures.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Willingness to participate in pair programming.
• Ability to implement APIs for various uses.
• Experience in building automated test suites.
• Knowledge of Unix-like systems (Linux/macOS).
• Commitment to quality and positive teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve products and platforms for the public sector.
• Collaborate and seek input within a multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in pair programming to ensure software quality.
• Provide 2nd-line support for applications and platforms.

Skills

Java 21 (or later)

TDD and BDD understanding

Large microservice architectures

Agile environment experience

Pair programming

API implementation

Automated test suite development

Engagement with web development community

Unix-like operating systems knowledge

Responsive Web Design

Job description

Overview

Role: Senior Java Developer
Location: Hybrid – Manchester or Leeds
Duration: 12 Months
Rate: Market Rates (IR35)

We are looking for an outstanding Senior Java Developer, who can make a positive impact, and wants to contribute to the most demanding and exciting new digital service for the public sector. The successful candidate will be expected to draw value from collaboration with others, actively seeking input from colleagues and value a multidisciplinary team over hierarchy. Day-to-day you will be an integral part of a team in designing, creating and improving new and existing products, platforms and transactions across government.

Responsibilities

• Design, create and improve new and existing products, platforms and transactions across government as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Collaborate with colleagues, actively seeking input and contributing to a positive working environment.
• Participate in pair programming and contribute to a culture of high-quality software delivery.
• Provide 2nd-line support for applications and platforms, including occasional out-of-hours support when required.

Skills and Experience

• Recent experience with Java 21 (or later).
• Excellent understanding of TDD and BDD.
• Experience with large microservice architectures.
• Experience of working in an Agile environment.
• Be willing to work in a pair programming environment.
• Experience in implementing APIs for internal and external use.
• Ability to build a robust automated test suite to support a continuous deployment environment.
• Engagement with the wider web development community to identify good practices and share experiences.
• Knowledge of tools and techniques used within the wider team.
• Working knowledge of Unix-like operating systems such as Linux and/or macOS.
• Understanding of Responsive Web Design.
• Commitment to quality and willingness to challenge colleagues and her/his own approach.
• Value collaboration and a positive working environment.