At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop modern full stack applications and microservices for diverse clients.
- Company: Join a growing tech consultancy focused on digital transformation and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional growth, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies.
- Other info: Inclusive environment that values diversity and supports continuous learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on exciting projects while collaborating with talented teams.
- Qualifications: Experience in Java, Spring Boot, and front-end technologies like React.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
About the Role
Join a growing digital transformation and technology consultancy that delivers innovative solutions to a diverse range of organisations. Working as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you will help design and build modern digital products that solve complex business challenges and deliver meaningful outcomes. This is an opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, using modern technologies and development practices while contributing to high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. The organisation places a strong emphasis on innovation, professional development and continuous learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop and maintain scalable full stack applications and microservices
- Build modern, user-focused web applications using contemporary front-end technologies
- Work closely with stakeholders, product teams and technical specialists to translate business requirements into effective solutions
- Develop secure, reliable and high-quality software using modern engineering practices
- Contribute to the design and implementation of cloud-based solutions
- Participate in agile delivery teams, collaborating across disciplines to drive successful project outcomes
- Support continuous improvement through best practices, automation and knowledge sharing
Technologies You May Work With
- Java
- Spring Boot
- Node.js
- Kotlin
- React
- RESTful microservices
- NoSQL databases
- Cloud platforms including AWS and Azure
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience building microservices using Java and Spring Boot
- Experience developing front-end web applications using JavaScript and/or TypeScript, React, HTML and CSS
- Experience using Git for version control
- Experience with repository management platforms such as GitHub or GitLab
- Experience using Docker and Docker Compose
- Experience with CI/CD tools and practices, including platforms such as GitLab, GitHub or Jenkins
- Experience working with cloud technologies, particularly AWS or Azure
- Experience working within agile delivery environments
Desirable
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform
- Experience building and integrating with NoSQL databases, particularly MongoDB, or SQL databases such as PostgreSQL
- Understanding of web standards, accessibility requirements and software development best practices
Additional Advantage
- Experience developing microservices using C#
- Experience building solutions that integrate with large language models (LLMs) using tools such as Vercel AI, LangChain or similar frameworks
- Experience working with government digital design systems and templating frameworks such as Nunjucks
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work on a wide range of challenging and impactful digital transformation projects
- Exposure to modern technologies, cloud platforms and emerging engineering practices
- A collaborative and supportive environment that encourages innovation and professional growth
- Ongoing opportunities to develop your technical and consulting capabilities
- The chance to make a tangible impact through technology-driven business solutions
If you are passionate about building modern full stack applications and enjoy working in collaborative, agile teams, this is an excellent opportunity to work on meaningful projects and further develop your career.
Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Java Full Stack Engineer in Leicester employer: Sanderson Government and Defence
Join a forward-thinking organisation that values user-centred design and offers a collaborative work environment in the heart of London. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, we provide our employees with opportunities for professional growth while working on impactful government projects that shape digital services. Enjoy a flexible working model that balances on-site collaboration with remote work, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path.
Contact Details:
Sanderson Government and Defence Recruitment Team
