Job Title: Senior Java Engineer
Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £67,500 (based on experience)
Anson McCade are delighted to be partnering with a leading tech company in Manchester to find a passionate and experienced Senior Java Engineer.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, innovative team and play a key role in developing cutting-edge, scalable software solutions.
If you're looking for a challenging role that allows you to work with the latest technologies and make a real impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
What You'll Be Doing: • Design & Build : Leverage object-oriented programming principles to create scalable, high-quality Java solutions.
• Advanced Java Skills: Utilize Java 8 features like streams, functional interfaces, and collections to write clean, maintainable code.
• Multi-Threading Expertise : Optimize application performance with expert-level multi-threading and deadlock prevention strategies.
• Web Applications: Build robust web applications using MVC frameworks, enhancing modularity and testability with dependency injection.
• RESTful Services: Design, implement, and optimize REST APIs using JAX-RS, following best practices.
• Automated Testing : Drive quality through tools like JUnit, Wiremock, and Mockito, transitioning seamlessly from other frameworks like TestNG.
• Collaborative Testing: Work alongside teams to create automated integration tests with Cucumber and Gherkin.
• Documentation : Ensure clarity and consistency in APIs through OpenAPI Swagger documentation.
• Security & Quality Assurance: Maintain high code quality and security standards using tools like SonarQube and Redhat SSO.
• Cloud & DevOps: Design and deploy hosting solutions with Docker, Kubernetes, AWS Autoscaling Groups (ASG), and CI/CD pipelines using tools like BitBucket, Maven, Jenkins, Terraform, and more.
• Data Management : Handle diverse data storage solutions like ElasticSearch, RDS, Aurora, and Postgres.
• Queuing & Scheduling: Implement Kafka and SQS for queuing and Jenkins/Ansible for scheduling tasks.
What We're Looking For: • Experience : 5+ years of hands-on Java development experience, with expertise in Java 8, multi-threading, and RESTful services.
• Technical Proficiency : Strong background in testing frameworks (JUnit, Wiremock, Mockito, etc.
), cloud platforms (AWS), and tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and Jenkins.
• Leadership Skills : Proven experience leading complex software development projects and mentoring teams.
• Problem Solver: Excellent analytical skills with a knack for finding solutions to complex technical problems.
• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to communicate effectively and work in cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals.
Why You'll Love Working With Us: • Competitive Salary: Up to £67,500 based on experience, plus an annual bonus.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy private medical insurance, 25 days of annual leave (with the option to buy more), a company pension scheme, life and income protection insurance, tax-efficient benefits (e.g., cycle to work scheme), and more.
• Work-Life Balance: Embrace flexible working options that allow you to tailor your schedule to suit your lifestyle.
• Inclusive Culture: Join a team that values diversity, fosters an inclusive work environment, and believes innovation thrives through collaboration.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're an ambitious Java Engineer with a passion for high-quality software development and looking for a role that challenges you while supporting your growth, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and take the next step in your career with us.
Please Note: You must have the right to live an work within the United Kingdom and be eligible for Security Clearance AMC/AFI/JDE