Senior Software Engineer

GEA; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Belfast is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to developing cutting-edge digital solutions for dairy farming. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Computer Science and experience in web application development, particularly with Java and cloud platforms. Join a collaborative team and help shape the future of farm management with innovative technology.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in web application development.
• Knowledge of databases and cloud platforms (Azure or AWS).
• Focus on quality and delivering reliable solutions.
• Willingness to occasionally travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement solutions that support dairy farmers.
• Contribute to the full development lifecycle.
• Support customers and technicians when they need assistance.
• Deliver software that is tested and optimized.
• Work alongside developers, testers, and product managers.

Skills

Web application development

Java

Problem-solving

Team-oriented mindset

Good English communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Spring Framework

PostgreSQL

TypeScript

Angular

Azure DevOps

Git

Jenkins

SonarQube

Job description

Responsibilities / Tasks

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team in Belfast and contribute to the development of cutting‑edge digital solutions that make a real difference in modern dairy farming.

If you are passionate about software development, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and want to help build the future of dairy farm management, we would love to hear from you!

Who We Are

• We are part of the GEA digital Hub, focusing exclusively on developing digital solutions and services for the dairy industry.
• Our in‑house development team collaborates with external partners and experts from various disciplines.
• We are building a farm management system that supports dairy farmers worldwide.
• Our technology stack includes Java, TypeScript, Spring Framework, PostgreSQL, Docker, Angular, IntelliJ, Git, Azure DevOps, Nexus, Jenkins, and SonarQube.

As a Software Engineer, You Will

Develop & Enhance Features – Design and implement solutions that support dairy farmers and farm managers.

Take Ownership – Contribute to the full development lifecycle, ensuring high‑quality and maintainable code.

Work Closely with Users – Support customers and technicians when they need assistance.

Ensure Quality & Reliability – Deliver software that is tested, optimized, and ready for real‑world use.

Collaborate in a Cross‑Functional Team – Work alongside developers, testers, and product managers to create innovative solutions.

Your Profile / Qualifications

What You Bring: We are looking for motivated individuals who are passionate about building impactful software.

You should have:

A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional training.

Experience in web application development. Knowledge of databases and cloud platforms (Azure or AWS).

A focus on quality, reproducibility, and delivering reliable solutions.

A team‑oriented mindset with strong problem‑solving skills.

A willingness to occasionally travel internationally.

Good English communication skills—both written and spoken.

Technology Stack

• Backend: Java, Spring Framework, PostgreSQL
• Frontend: TypeScript, Angular
• DevOps & Tools: Docker, Azure DevOps, Git, Jenkins, SonarQube