Senior Java Software Engineer

About the role:

Our client is a well-established software company expanding its development team, and is looking for a Java Developer to join them. Their products are used by public-sector and regulated organisations, so your work has a real impact on the people who rely on it.

You'll bring technical strength and a fresh perspective, help improve ways of working and support the growth of colleagues, with no line-management responsibility. While strong Java is essential, the day-to-day work is likely to be more SQL and database focused.

What you'll be doing:

• Learning the ACOS product and codebase, then taking ownership of customer-focused projects
• Investigating, debugging and enhancing existing functionality
• Building new features across Java, SQL and database development
• Working through a varied backlog of new functionality, bug fixes and maintenance
• Taking part in Scrum ceremonies (stand-ups, refinement, sprint planning)
• Suggesting improvements to processes and technical approaches
• Supporting and mentoring colleagues where appropriate

What we're looking for Essential:

• Strong core Java experience, particularly legacy Java 8 / JDK 8 applications
• Strong SQL and database experience, including complex queries and database design
• Experience with relational databases such as MS SQL / T-SQL, MySQL or PostgreSQL
• Experience working in an Agile Scrum environment
• Comfortable maintaining and enhancing an established, complex application

Nice to have:

• Oracle and/or PL/SQL
• XML
• JBoss, WebLogic, Jenkins or Spring
• Broader web application experience
• Experience mentoring other developers

What you'll get:

• Hybrid working, 35-hour week
• 30 days' annual leave plus public holidays
• Pension, life assurance and volunteering opportunities
• Optional health and dental insurance
• Income protection and company sick pay after probation
• The chance to influence technical direction and help the team grow Interview process Two stages: a 30-minute remote interview, then a one-hour in-person discussion with a scenario exercise. No coding test or preparation needed.

Start date: ideally before the end of the year, though January is workable. Notice periods of up to three months considered.

Interested? Apply here or message Miles at CoreCom for a confidential chat.