Java Developer

Location: London/Remote

Division/Team: Software Engineering

Type of Contract: Full-time

Brief description:


As part of the digital practice, we are focused on creating a modern architecture and software development practice that can deliver cloud, digital and agile transformations to our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong software engineering background, will have worked in large teams and will be comfortable in a client-facing role. You will also be willing and able to contribute to the 6point6 internal digital transformation strategy and thought leadership.


Who can apply:

We’re looking for someone with a focus on Open Source and cloud technologies including Java, Spring and Docker. They will be comfortable working directly with business stakeholders as well as agile delivery teams.


Key responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality implementation and documentation for critical functionality.
  • Deliver code, unit tests, feature tests, stubs and integration tests.
  • Operate in an agile environment as part of a scrum team and participate in sprint rituals.
  • Work with members of multiple skills to understand designs, functional requirements and triage issues.
  • Create and document low-level designs.
  • Assist in the promotion and delivery of digital transformation engagements.

Requirements

Essential requirements:

  • Excellent hands-on experience with Java and associated technologies
  • Experience working with Spring Boot
  • Strong hands-on knowledge of open source tools, libraries and standards
  • Some working knowledge of containers (Docker)
  • Strong experience of working in Test Driven Development, test coverage, unit tests, feature tests and test automation
  • Strong experience in DevOps tooling and Continuous Delivery
  • Good knowledge of non-functional drivers for design, including an ability to performance tune, profile and debug applications
  • Knowledge of both traditional and agile delivery methods
  • Drive and desire to further your skillset and lead in the application domain
  • Good knowledge of Open source and open standards
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Knowledge and demonstrable experience of both traditional and agile delivery methods
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt
  • Strong written and verbal communication as well as strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to build rapport with team members and clients


Desirable:

  • Can understand and interpret UML designs, a sound understanding of design patterns
  • Good knowledge of Microservices and SOA architectures
  • Good knowledge of AWS, Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes is highly desirable
  • Strong hands-on experience in creating and documenting low-level designs, class designs and interface designs
  • Knowledge of common integration techniques and approaches
  • Ability to understand and challenge designs
  • Good knowledge of market-leading vendor products and solutions
  • Strong work ethic and desire to succeed
  • Consulting background.

Benefits

We offer a fantastic compensation package that is well above industry standards with a host of benefits including a company pension, laptop, private medical and dental insurance. We also offer an income protection plan, a wellness active allowance fund of up to £600 and access to a life coach for advice or a programme of self-help.

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