Senior Software Developer - Java & Spring Boot

Java Software Developer

12 month Fixed Term Contract

Hybrid (Manchester 1 x per week)

Experience within UK public sector or Financial Services The Company

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting‑edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our teams consist of highly skilled engineers, designers, analysts, and consultants dedicated to building world‑class digital services for government and enterprise clients.

Project

Overview

This team is building a modern outbound notification platform that works across multiple channels for a UK public sector organisation. The service enables communication with customers and third parties and includes functionality for managing user contact preferences. Key Responsibilities

Build and support Java/Spring Boot microservices deployed via Docker

Contribute to straightforward front‑end work using Nunjucks and JavaScript following GDS design guidelines

Enhance monitoring and alerting for platform reliability

Support migration activities Essential Skills

Backend Engineering

Java (Experienced)

Spring Boot (Experienced)

Microservices architecture (Experienced)

Containerisation: Docker

JavaScript & Node.js (for occasional, straightforward front‑end build tasks) Front-End (Lightweight)

Nunjucks templating JavaScript fundamentals

Familiarity with GDS design guidelines Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic and innovative team, with opportunities for professional growth and development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to shape and influence asset management strategy in a fast‑paced environment Benefits

Join a rapidly expanding start‑up where personal growth is a part of our DNA

Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes

Receive private medical insurance

25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays Diversity & Inclusion

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. We celebrate individuality and believe that different perspectives drive innovation. Every colleague is valued, respected, and supported to thrive.

What Happens

Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two‑stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.