Java Software Engineer

Crawley
2 weeks ago
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Are you an experienced Senior Software Developer looking to take on a design authority role? Join a dynamic and growing team delivering cutting-edge cloud-based analytics solutions. With award-winning technology and strong partnerships in the IT & Telecoms sector, including Cisco, this is an exciting opportunity to work on high-performance applications at the forefront of innovation.

The Role

As a Senior Software Developer, you'll take ownership of key technical areas, ensuring best practices in design and development. You'll collaborate closely with product teams, lead architectural decisions, and play a pivotal role in enhancing our web application. This position offers full involvement in the software development lifecycle, from design and coding to testing and deployment.

Key Responsibilities

Design Authority - Lead architectural decisions and guide team members on best practices.
Back-End Development - Build and optimise multi-threaded server-side applications in Java.
Agile Development - Participate in stand-ups, sprint reviews, and backlog planning.
Collaboration - Work with product teams to refine requirements and ensure seamless functionality.
Quality & Testing - Write and maintain test scenarios, troubleshoot defects, and produce technical documentation.

What We're Looking For

✔ 5+ years' experience developing multi-threaded server-side applications using Java.
✔ 3+ years as a design authority for complex software solutions.
✔ Strong understanding of MVC frameworks (Struts, JSF) and web application development.
✔ Experience with databases, SQL, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
✔ Familiarity with Git, Jira, and Agile methodologies.

Flexible Remote / Hybrid working.
West Sussex. 1 day in office per week/month depending on your location.
Up to £75,000 plus benefitsThis is a fantastic opportunity to apply a key role in an award-winning company, working on cutting-edge software solutions. Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking team!

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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