Senior Java Developer

Overview

Role:
Senior Java Developer

Location:

Hybrid – Manchester or Leeds
Duration: 12 Months
Rate:
Market Rates (IR35)

We are looking for an outstanding Senior Java Developer, who can make a positive impact, and wants to contribute to the most demanding and exciting new digital service for the public sector. The successful candidate will be expected to draw value from collaboration with others, actively seeking input from colleagues and value a multidisciplinary team over hierarchy. Day-to-day you will be an integral part of a team in designing, creating and improving new and existing products, platforms and transactions across government.

• Design, create and improve new and existing products, platforms and transactions across government as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Collaborate with colleagues, actively seeking input and contributing to a positive working environment.
• Participate in pair programming and contribute to a culture of high-quality software delivery.
• Provide 2nd-line support for applications and platforms, including occasional out-of-hours support when required.

• Recent experience with Java 21 (or later).
• Excellent understanding of TDD and BDD.
• Experience with large microservice architectures.
• Experience of working in an Agile environment.
• Be willing to work in a pair programming environment.
• Experience in implementing APIs for internal and external use.
• Ability to build a robust automated test suite to support a continuous deployment environment.
• Engagement with the wider web development community to identify good practices and share experiences.
• Knowledge of tools and techniques used within the wider team.
• Working knowledge of Unix-like operating systems such as Linux and/or macOS.
• Understanding of Responsive Web Design.
• Commitment to quality and willingness to challenge colleagues and her/his own approach.
• Value collaboration and a positive working environment.