Senior Java Developer in Crewe

Job Purpose
As a Software Engineer specializing in Java, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications and services deployed on AWS.
You will work under the guidance of senior engineers to build scalable, reliable software solutions that meet business requirements and leverage cloud technologies for optimal performance and availability.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, implement, and deploy new software, as well as maintain existing software, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and scalability.
Configure, execute, and manage GitLab CI/CD pipelines across staging and production environments.
Ensure deployments are consistent, reliable, and compliant with best practices in cloud infrastructure.
Agile & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with development, QA, and customer success teams to align deployment requirements, customer-specific needs, and release timelines.
Provide deployment support during customer onboarding and release rollouts, ensuring successful configuration and transition.
Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders to keep them informed of deployment status, issues, and resolutions.
Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, retrospectives, and continuous delivery goals.
Continuous Learning & Upskilling
Stay up to date with the latest AWS services, DevOps practices, and CI/CD advancements.
Learn and experiment with new tools, scripting frameworks, and automation techniques to enhance deployment capabilities.
Engage in peer learning, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing sessions to foster team-wide technical growth.
Process Improvement & Innovation
Troubleshoot and resolve deployment issues quickly and perform root cause analysis to implement long-term solutions.
Monitor deployment processes and post-deployment health using AWS CloudWatch, New Relic, and other monitoring tools.
Document deployment processes, environment configurations, and customer-specific customizations to ensure repeatability and knowledge