Job Description
We’re looking for skilled Java engineers who are keen to build on their experience and take on exciting challenges in a fast-moving environment. If you have a solid foundation in Java, enjoy problem-solving, and want to work with modern tech stacks, we’d love to hear from you.\\nPLease READ all the reqs before applying:\\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\\n * Developing robust and scalable solutions using Java and modern frameworks\\n * Applying strong object-oriented programming (OOP) principles\\n * Leveraging Java 8+ features (streams, functional interfaces, collections) for clean, efficient code\\n * Building and maintaining RESTful APIs using best practices\\n * Implementing multi-threading and performance optimization strategies\\n * Working with frameworks like Spring Boot, Guice, and Mustache for web applications\\n * Writing unit and integration tests with JUnit, Mockito, Wiremock, and Cucumber\\n * Managing databases like Postgres, Aurora, and ElasticSearch, with caching solutions such as ElasticCache\\n * Deploying applications using Docker and Kubernetes, with AWS infrastructure experience being a plus\\n * Setting up CI/CD pipelines with Bitbucket, Terraform, Jenkins, and Ansible\\n * Handling queuing and event-driven architectures with Kafka and SQS\\n * Implementing security best practices and monitoring/logging solutions (ELK stack, RedHat SSO, SonarQube)\\nWhat We’re Looking For\\n * At least 2 years of hands-on Java development experience\\n * Strong problem-solving skills and an ability to work in an agile, fast-paced environment\\n * A solid understanding of modern Java frameworks, tools, and best practices\\n * Someone who enjoys learning, improving, and taking ownership of their work\\n * Good communication and collaboration skills\\nSecurity & Work Eligibility\\nDue to the nature of the role, candidates must:\\n * Have UK or EU settled status with full right to work in the UK (we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship)\\n * Be eligible for UK security clearance, which typically requires at least five years of continuous UK residency with no significant travel gaps\\nWhat’s on Offer\\n * Hybrid working – typically two days a week in the office, with flexibility\\n * Private medical insurance – your health matters\\n * Travel allowance – support for your commute\\n * 25 days holiday with the option to buy more\\n * Pension scheme – plan for the future\\n * Annual performance-based bonus – your contributions are valued\\n * Life and income protection insurance – peace of mind for you and your family\\n * Additional benefits including dental, critical illness cover, and cycle-to-work schemes\\nInterested?\\nIf this sounds like the right opportunity for you, hit apply – we’d love to chat
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The Talent Ladder Recruiting Team