Software Developer

Inspirec is part of the Goaco Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspirec is part of the Goaco Group, seeking a motivated Software Developer to join their team on a contract basis. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using modern tools like Next.js and Spring Boot.

The ideal candidate has experience with front-end technologies and back-end services, as well as familiarity with cloud infrastructure using Terraform. This role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.

Qualifications

• Experience building user-facing web applications with Next.js (or React).
• Solid experience with Java and Spring Boot.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform and cloud infrastructure provisioning.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain front‑end applications using TypeScript and Next.js.
• Build and maintain robust back‑end services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Write and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform.

Skills

Next.js

Java

Spring Boot

Terraform

Cypress

RESTful APIs

Microservices

CI/CD

Git

Secure coding practices

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Inspirec has partnered with a dynamic and innovative leader in the technology industry, who are seeking a highly motivated Software Developer to join their team on a contract basis. In this role, you’ll work across the stack to design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications and infrastructure. You’ll collaborate with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to deliver high-quality features and improvements using modern tools and frameworks including Next.js, Spring Boot, Terraform, and Cypress.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain front‑end applications using TypeScript and Next.js
• Build and maintain robust back‑end services using Java and Spring Boot
• Write and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform for cloud environments (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Implement and maintain end‑to‑end testing suites using Cypress
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features
• Ensure code quality through code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration
• Participate in architectural discussions and help drive best practices for software development
• Monitor application performance and troubleshoot production issues
• Contribute to a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience building user-facing web applications with Next.js (or React)
• Solid experience with Java and Spring Boot in building scalable backend systems
• Hands‑on experience with Terraform and cloud infrastructure provisioning
• Proficient with Cypress or similar tools for end‑to‑end and UI testing
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems
• Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and version control systems like Git
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and performance optimization
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes
• Familiarity with GraphQL or WebSockets
• Exposure to monitoring/logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog)
• Previous experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Solid experience with Java and Spring Boot in building scalable backend systems
• Hands‑on experience with Terraform and cloud infrastructure provisioning
• Proficient with Cypress or similar tools for end‑to‑end and UI testing
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems
• Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and version control systems like Git