Senior Java Software Engineer

Explore Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; Ibrido; GBP 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Hybrid working options

Benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

Explore Group is seeking a Senior or Lead Java Engineer in Newcastle city center. You will design and deliver high-performance backends, data engines, and complex architectures for enterprise environments.

This role emphasizes architecture leadership, performance engineering, and modern tech stacks. You will work on distributed data systems, messaging (Kafka), and cloud environments, with a culture that values autonomy and technical depth.

Competenze

• Proficient in modern Java (17/21+).
• Experience with distributed data architectures.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Mansioni

• Hands-on Architecture: Lead the design and implementation of modular Java microservices and high-throughput data pipelines.
• Complex Problem Solving: Tackle performance-critical, data-integrity focused enterprise projects.
• Technical Standards: Drive clean coding, automated testing, CI/CD, and robust system design.
• Mentorship & Ownership: Guide mid-level and senior engineers on complex builds.

Conoscenze

Java

Spring Boot

Concurrency

Performance tuning

Strumenti

Kafka

AWS

Azure

GCP

Descrizione del lavoro

Package: Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus + Benefits

We are partnering with a high-growth, specialized technology consultancy in Newcastle city center looking for an exceptional Senior or Lead Java Engineer to join their core software team.

This isn't standard web development or routine CRUD apps. You’ll be designing and delivering high-performance backends, custom quantitative engines, and complex data architecture for high-consequence enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hands-on Architecture: Lead the design and implementation of modular, modern Java microservices and high-throughput data pipelines.
• Complex Problem Solving: Work on custom software projects where performance, data integrity, and architectural precision are critical.
• Technical Standards: Drive modern engineering practices—clean code, automated testing, CI/CD, and robust system design.
• Mentorship & Ownership: Take ownership of delivery streams and help guide mid-level and senior engineers through complex technical builds.

What We’re Looking For:

• Deep Core Java Skills: Strong proficiency in modern Java (Java 17/21+), Spring Boot, concurrency, and performance tuning.
• Data & Systems Focus: Experience with distributed data architectures, messaging systems (e.g., Kafka), and cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Exceptional Intellectual & Technical Ability: A strong academic or problem-solving background paired with deep curiosity and sharp analytical thinking.
• Communication: Ability to discuss system trade-offs clearly with internal teams and external technical stakeholders.

Bonus Points: Experience in data-heavy domains (finance, analytics, logistics, or defense) or secondary proficiency in Python/C#/Rust.

Why Consider This Role?

• Engineering-First Culture: High technical autonomy without corporate red tape.
• Intellectually Stimulating: Work alongside a strong, highly analytical team on custom, non-standard projects.
• Central Location: Prime Newcastle office hub with regular flexible/hybrid working options.