Software Engineer

Senior Java Developer – Remote (Altrincham)

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus & Benefits

Are you a skilled Java developer looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in an Agile environment and enjoy solving complex technical challenges? If you have a passion for writing clean, efficient code and collaborating with a dynamic team, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

My client is looking for someone who:

• Has extensive experience with Java development.
• Champions Agile methodologies and XP practices like TDD.
• Enjoys problem-solving and contributing new ideas.
• Possesses strong technical and interpersonal skills.
• Is proactive, inquisitive, and open to challenging the status quo to drive improvements.

What you’ll be doing:

The company create modern software solutions for businesses to help transform how their members manage their financial journeys. They’re a software house and understand developers are at the core of what they do so they make sure that they are valued and heard. They enjoy taking ideas from their developers and implementing them. It’s not a huge company so there’s very little red tape so you’ll have plenty opportunities to impact what they do.

In this role, you will:

• Develop high-quality software solutions using Java (they currently use Amazon Corretto 17).
• Work in a collaborative Agile environment, leveraging pair programming, automated testing, and continuous integration.
• Contribute to the evolution of our DevOps ecosystem, which includes technologies such as Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker, and more.
• Work closely with UX designers, product experts, test analysts, and customers to create innovative solutions.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and best practices to enhance their development processes.

Desirable Skills:

While not required, experience in any of the following areas will be a plus:

• Building and managing serverless applications on AWS.
• Working with AWS services like Lambda, DynamoDB, and API Gateway.
• Front-end development with React and TypeScript.
• Performance monitoring and optimization of cloud-based solutions.

Why Join?

They are a forward-thinking software company that blends cutting-edge technology with Agile principles to deliver impactful solutions. As part of the team, you'll have access to continuous learning opportunities, including:

• E-learning subscriptions to support your development.
• Dedicated innovation and experimentation time.
• A supportive and open culture that values your input and ideas.
• Regular social events to connect with colleagues and unwind, from game nights to sports events and friendly competitions.

If you’re interested feel free to apply or send your CV to molly.candlish@cathcarttechnology.com and I’ll get back in touch 😊