At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop enterprise Java applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Company: Dynamic tech company based in Glasgow, promoting a hybrid work culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inclusive environment welcoming diverse applicants and offering career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a team that values innovation and mentorship in software development.
- Qualifications: Strong Java experience and familiarity with modern frameworks like Spring Boot.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and support enterprise Java applications.
- Build and enhance microservices, REST APIs, and web‑based applications.
- Contribute to architecture discussions, technical design reviews, and solution development.
- Develop scalable solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and modern development frameworks.
- Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Testers, Architects, and cross‑functional teams.
- Participate in code reviews and promote engineering excellence across the development lifecycle.
- Support CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes.
- Mentor developers and contribute to technical leadership activities.
- Ensure high standards of quality through TDD, unit testing, and automated testing frameworks.
Skills and Experience
- Strong commercial experience with Java 8 or above.
- Expertise in Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Microservices, and REST APIs.
- Experience with React, JavaScript, HTML5, JSF, and modern front‑end development.
- Strong knowledge of JPA, Hibernate, JDBC, JSP, Servlets, and enterprise Java technologies.
- Experience with Oracle databases and SQL development.
- Strong knowledge of Git, Gradle, Maven, Jenkins, CI/CD, and Agile delivery practices.
- Experience with JUnit, automated testing, and Test‑Driven Development.
- Understanding of component‑based and microservice architectures.
- Experience working within Scrum teams and Agile environments.
- Experience producing or contributing to High Level Designs and technical solution documentation.
- Knowledge of AWS cloud platforms desirable.
- Experience with MuleSoft, FreeMarker, Redux, NodeJS, GoCD, Ansible, or performance monitoring tools would be advantageous.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.
Lead x 1 and Senior x 1 Java Developer - Hybrid - OUTSIDE IR35 in Glasgow employer: LA International
As a Lead or Senior Java Developer at our Glasgow-based company, you will thrive in a dynamic hybrid work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. We prioritise employee growth through mentorship opportunities and encourage a culture of engineering excellence, ensuring you can develop your skills while contributing to impactful projects. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, making this an excellent place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
