Software Developer - Java & Spring Boot

Amber Labs; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Amber Labs in Manchester is searching for skilled Java/Spring Boot developers to build a modern outbound notification platform for a UK public sector organization. Your role involves building and supporting microservices, improving platform reliability, and taking part in migration activities. The company values professional growth, offering a flexible environment with a competitive salary, private medical insurance, 25 days of leave, and a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience with Java/Spring Boot microservices.
• Familiarity with Docker for containerization.

Responsibilities

• Build and support Java/Spring Boot microservices deployed via Docker.
• Enhance monitoring and alerting for platform reliability.
• Support migration activities.

Skills

Java/Spring Boot

Docker

GDS design guidelines

Job description

Experience within UK public sector or Financial Services

The Company

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting‑edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our teams consist of highly skilled engineers, designers, analysts, and consultants dedicated to building world‑class digital services for government and enterprise clients.

Project Overview

This team is building a modern outbound notification platform that works across multiple channels for a UK public sector organisation. The service enables communication with customers and third parties and includes functionality for managing user contact preferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and support Java/Spring Boot microservices deployed via Docker
• Enhance monitoring and alerting for platform reliability
• Support migration activities
• Spring Boot (Experienced)
• Containerisation: Docker

Front-End (Lightweight)

• Familiarity with GDS design guidelines

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic and innovative team, with opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to shape and influence asset management strategy in a fast‑paced environment
• Join a rapidly expanding start‑up where personal growth is a part of our DNA
• Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes
• Receive private medical insurance
• 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays

Diversity & Inclusion

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. We celebrate individuality and believe that different perspectives drive innovation. Every colleague is valued, respected, and supported to thrive.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two‑stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.