Senior Java Developer – 70K

Ascent People Ltd; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Java Developer to join their team, focusing on a cutting-edge CRM SAAS solution. In this role, you will work throughout the software lifecycle, from requirements analysis to release management, in a predominantly backend environment with the opportunity to influence front-end work. The ideal candidate will possess strong Java and Spring Boot skills, with the potential for hybrid or fully remote work opportunities. A competitive salary of up to £70K is offered along with benefits including pension, healthcare, and gym access.

Benefits

Pension

Hybrid working or fully remote

Healthcare

Gym access

Training & development

Qualifications

• Solid background in software development.
• Experience in holding more senior roles.
• Expertise in backend technologies like Java and Spring Boot.
• Ability to communicate technical requirements effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and unit test Java software applications.
• Work with project teams to define technical requirements.
• Contribute to a customer-driven proactive roadmap.
• Mentor junior members of the team.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Maven

Git

GitHub Actions

SQL

Microservice architecture

Kafka Streams

Kubernetes

React

Typescript

Education

Degree in Computer/IT-related discipline

Job description

Senior Java Developer – 70K

Location: Yorkshire

Industry: IT

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum + Pension, Health, Gym

Posted: 27/08/2024

Description

Senior Java Developer, Java Software Engineer, Java 17, Spring Boot, Maven, Git, GitHub Actions, SQL, Microservice architecture, Kafka Streams, Kubernetes, React, Typescript – Technical lead on project – Fully remote if need be – 70K

About the Role

As the Senior Java Software Engineer, you’ll be a key player in developing this cutting-edge CRM SAAS solution. You’ll work on projects throughout the software lifecycle, from requirements analysis to release management and support.

What You’ll Do

• Work with the wider project team, engaging with PM & Business Analysts and communicating the technical project requirements
• Develop and unit test Java software applications
• Work on the customer-driven proactive roadmap, introducing innovations for new digital services
• Report directly to the Principal Engineer

Required Skills and Experience

• A solid background in software development
• Experience in holding more senior roles within the team or project
• Expertise in: Java, Spring Boot, Maven, Git, GitHub Actions, SQL, Microservice architecture, Kafka Streams, Kubernetes
• Knowledge of software design principles
• This role is predominantly a backend role but any front-end experience in React and/or Typescript will be useful
• Experience developing robust, performant APIs
• Ability to provide software process improvements and identify product enhancement opportunities
• Mentoring skills and drive for continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Desirable Qualifications & Interests

• Degree in Computer/IT-related discipline or an active GitHub profile with a focus on Java
• If you can showcase some code that would be great?
• What programming books have you read? What meetups do you go to? What outside-of-work projects have you been involved in? We are keen to learn more about your outside-of-work personal development.

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £70K, Pension, Hybrid working or fully remote, healthcare, gym, training & development.
• The office is based in the Northwest.

We value diversity and encourage candidates of all ages and backgrounds to apply. Ascent People is acting as an Employment Agency for this role.

Contact

Jo Bevington
Recruiter: Jo Bevington

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