Senior Java Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Newtownabbey; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise dynamique recherche un Senior Java Software Engineer pour rejoindre son équipe Operations Engineering à Belfast. Ce rôle impliquera le développement de services backend dans une architecture de microservices. Les candidats doivent avoir une solide expérience en Java et un intérêt pour le travail collaboratif et innovant.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Discretionary annual bonus

Qualifications

• Expérience professionnelle de 3+ ans en Java, 7-8 ans de préférence.
• Compréhension solide de l'architecture microservices et du développement backend.
• Familiarité avec les pratiques DevOps et les concepts d'infrastructure-as-code.

Responsibilities

• Développement pratique de services backend dans une architecture microservices.
• Collaboration sur les améliorations d'infrastructure et de plateforme.
• Participation aux pratiques DevOps et CI/CD.

Skills

Java

Microservices architecture

DevOps practices

CI/CD

Problem-solving

Tools

Docker

HashiCorp Nomad

TeamCity

Groovy

Python

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newtownabbey, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a skilled Java engineer who thrives in lean, high-performing teams? Looking to make an impact on critical infrastructure in a collaborative, tech-first environment?

My client is seeking a pragmatic and experienced Java Software Engineer to join their Operations Engineering team in Belfast. This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects within a small, agile engineering group.

About the Team and Culture

The Operations Engineering team is at the heart of the company’s infrastructure. Currently a team of three, they work on a variety of backend and DevOps-focused initiatives. This role suits someone who enjoys autonomy, problem-solving, and working across the stack.

• Primary Language: Java (currently Java 11, moving to Java 17)
• Frameworks: Micronaut (similar to Spring), Grails (MVC)
• Infrastructure: Docker, HashiCorp Nomad and Consul, CI/CD via TeamCity
• Scripting: Groovy, Ruby, Python (nice to have)

Responsibilities

• Hands-on development of backend services within a microservices architecture
• Collaborate on infrastructure and platform improvements
• Contribute to design discussions, code reviews, and peer mentoring
• Participate in DevOps and CI/CD practices

Candidate Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in Java (7–8 years preferred)
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and backend development
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure-as-code concepts
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerised environments
• Comfortable working in a collaborative and dynamic team

Interview Process

• Initial Screening Call – Focused on technical fit, motivation, and role context
• Technical Interview (2 hours) – Includes:
• Java and database questions
• Code review and discussion
• Hybrid working model: 2–3 days per week in the Belfast office
• Flexible hours and startup-style collaboration

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary up to £85,000 (flexibility for exceptional candidates)
• Private healthcare, pension scheme, and discretionary annual bonus

Why Join?

• Strong tech autonomy with varied project work
• Opportunity to contribute to core infrastructure initiatives
• Small, collaborative team with a hands-on culture
• Emphasis on engineering and delivery over titles and hierarchy

If you have any further questions on the role, please feel free to reach out to Brendan McCrory directly.