Software Engineer - Java

Empresaria UK Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking a skilled developer to work on modern solutions using Java and microservices. You will be part of an Agile team focused on delivering high-quality, automated software solutions. Ideal candidates will have strong experience with Java, hands-on knowledge of microservice architectures, and a proactive attitude. This role allows significant involvement in design decisions and addressing complex technical challenges in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Work on cutting-edge satellite systems

Collaborative and experienced Scrum team

Opportunity to influence design decisions

Focus on quality, automation, and modern engineering practices

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Java (8+).
• Spring Boot / Spring Framework, including development with Hibernate.
• Experience building RESTful APIs over HTTPS.
• Hands-on experience with microservice architectures.
• Understanding of distributed systems.
• Knowledge and practical use of software design patterns.
• Experience working in Agile development processes.
• Familiarity with CI/CD delivery techniques.
• Source code management using Git.
• Use of issue tracking tools such as Jira.
• UML / SysML modelling using Enterprise Architect or similar tools.
• Experience with automated testing is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality code within an Agile (Scrum) environment.
• Collaborate with the team to design, implement, and test new product features.
• Participate in sprint planning, including task estimation.
• Contribute across all stages of the software development life-cycle.
• Ensure adherence to compliance requirements and act with integrity at all times.

Skills

Java (8+)

Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

Microservice architectures

Distributed systems

Software design patterns

Agile development processes

CI/CD techniques

Git

Jira

UML / SysML modelling

Automated testing

Job description

The Role

As part of a wider programme, you will be involved in the design, development, and testing of a brand-new product. You\'ll work closely with fellow developers, architects, and stakeholders to build robust, scalable solutions using modern Java and microservices technologies. Automated testing is a key pillar of the project, so experience in this area is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality code within an Agile (Scrum) environment

• Collaborate with the team to design, implement, and test new product features

• Participate in sprint planning, including task estimation

• Contribute across all stages of the software development life-cycle

• Ensure adherence to compliance requirements and act with integrity at all times

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Java (8+)

• Spring Boot / Spring Framework, including development with Hibernate

• Experience building RESTful APIs over HTTPS

• Hands-on experience with microservice architectures

• Understanding of distributed systems

• Knowledge and practical use of software design patterns

• Experience working in Agile development processes

• Familiarity with CI/CD delivery techniques

• Source code management using Git

• Use of issue tracking tools such as Jira

• UML / SysML modelling using Enterprise Architect or similar tools

• Experience with automated testing (highly beneficial)

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and able to work effectively within a team

• Proactive mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement

• Confident and professional communicator, able to engage with internal and external stakeholders

Why Join?

• Work on cutting-edge satellite systems and complex technical challenges

• Be part of a collaborative, experienced Scrum team

• Opportunity to influence design decisions and technical direction

• Strong focus on quality, automation, and modern engineering practices