At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and maintain back-end systems using Java and Spring Boot while collaborating with a dynamic team.
- Company: Join Amber Labs, a cutting-edge tech consultancy that values autonomy and collaboration.
- Benefits: Flexible work environment, private medical insurance, pension plan, and 25 days annual leave.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and career advancement in a collaborative setting.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a rapidly growing start-up while developing your skills in a supportive culture.
- Qualifications: Proficient in Java, Spring Boot, and AWS; experience with Kubernetes and CI/CD tools.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Location: Remote
Security Clearance: SC Clearance
The Company:
At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.
The Role:
We are seeking a talented Java Developer with Security Clearance who is passionate about back-end development and has some exposure to front-end technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain back-end systems using Java and Spring Boot.
- Work with AWS technologies including RDS, ECR, and EC2.
- Deploy and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes and Helm.
- Utilize CI/CD tools like Concourse (or Argo CD, Flex) to automate build, test, and deployment pipelines.
- Collaborate with DevOps engineers to support infrastructure as code and automation efforts.
- Develop basic React applications to invoke and present back-end data.
- Take ownership of tasks, working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot for back-end development.
- Experience with AWS services (RDS, ECR, EC2).
- Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Helm for container orchestration.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Concourse (or Argo CD, Flex).
- Ability to work autonomously as a Software Engineer and contribute to DevOps initiatives.
Bonus Skills:
- Knowledge of React with the ability to build simple applications that consume back-end services.
Benefits:
- Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
- Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
- Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
- Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
- 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
