Software Engineer - DevOps

Quest Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full time benefits

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking software engineers in Greater London to design and implement applications using Java, Python, or Go. You will collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, improve existing modules, and ensure high-quality code through reviews and best practices.

The role emphasizes Kubernetes and AWS hands-on experience, with exposure to databases and big data tools. Candidates should have 3+ years of software development experience, strong backend skills, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software development experience.
• Proficiency in at least one of Java, Python, JavaScript, or Go.
• Experience in backend development and Unix/Linux environments.
• Familiarity with container technologies and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, plan, and implement applications in Java or Python or Go.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements for new modules or to improve existing ones.
• Evaluate and improve the existing codebase to ensure proper structure and best practices.
• Troubleshoot issues and research solutions, comparing trade-offs of options.
• Stay updated with new technologies and adopt relevant tools.
• Participate in peer reviews and apply software engineering best practices.
• Ensure meeting project objectives and deadlines.
• Hands-on Kubernetes experience.
• Hands-on AWS experience.
• Work with Postgres, Kafka, Redis.
• Engage with Big data stack: Spark, Flink.

Skills

Java

Python

JavaScript

Go

Unix/Linux

Distributed systems

Networking

Information retrieval

Systems security

Tools

Docker

containerd

Kubernetes

Jenkins

CodeDeploy

Postgres

Kafka

Redis

Spark

Flink

Service mesh

Job description

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

What You Will Do

• Estimate, plan, and implement applications in Java or Python or Go
• Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements to build new modules or improve existing modules.
• Evaluate, maintain and improve existing code base to ensure that it is properly structured and utilize software engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot, identify, and research reported issues, and have the ability to provide recommendations by comparing advantages and disadvantages of various solutions.
• Stay on top of new technologies and tools, and adopt relevant ones to the team.
• Participate in peer reviews, learn and apply software engineering best practices to your work.
• Accountable for meeting assigned project objectives and timelines.
• Hands-on Kubernetes experience
• Hands-on AWS experience
• Databases and middleware — Postgres, Kafka, Redis
• Big data stack — data warehousing, MPP, Spark, Flink
• Micro-service architecture and service mesh
• UI development experience

What You Will Bring

• 3+ years of software development experience
• Strong command of at least one of Java, Python, JavaScript, or Go
• Experience in backend development, Unix/Linux environments, distributed/parallel systems, information retrieval, networking, or systems/security software development
• Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker and containerd
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins or CodeDeploy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.
We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience

• Strong command of at least one of Java, Python, JavaScript, or Go
• Experience in backend development, Unix/Linux environments, distributed/parallel systems, information retrieval, networking, or systems/security software development
• Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker and containerd
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins or CodeDeploy

Preferred

• Hands-on Kubernetes experience
• Hands-on AWS experience
• Databases and middleware — Postgres, Kafka, Redis
• Big data stack — data warehousing, MPP, Spark, Flink
• Micro-service architecture and service mesh
• UI development experience

Benefits

Full time benefits for FT