Software Engineer (Java)

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment agency is looking for a Backend Engineer with strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot) to build scalable services. The ideal candidate will have experience with large, multi-module codebases and a focus on data-driven decisions. Responsibilities include collaboration with Product, UX, and Test stakeholders while implementing accessibility features. Proficiency in additional technologies such as Kotlin, Gradle, and Kubernetes is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot) needed.
• Experience with large, multi-module codebases.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable services with Java (Spring Boot).
• Collaborate with Product/UX/Test stakeholders.
• Implement accessibility features in projects.

Skills

Java (Spring Boot)

Kotlin

Gradle

Kubernetes

Gitlab CI

Tools

IntelliJ

OpenTelemetry

Grafana

Job description

Backend Engineer

We are seeking a Backend Engineer with strong Java (Spring Boot) expertise to build scalable services.

Core Tech

• Kotlin (+ Java), Spring Boot, Gradle, IntelliJ
• Coroutines, Kubernetes, Gitlab CI, Harness, Sonar
• OpenTelemetry, Grafana

We Look For

• High Autonomy and ownership of projects.
• Experience with large, multi-module codebases.
• Data-driven decisions (experimentation / feature toggles).
• Collaboration with Product / UX / Test stakeholders.
• Examples of past projects and implementing for accessibility.