Java Developer

We are looking for a Mid-Level Java / .NET Developer with strong Azure experience to contribute to the delivery of digital services for the public sector. You'll work as part of a collaborative team building solutions that serve citizens, writing clean, well-tested code and growing your skills in a supportive environment.

As a Mid-Level Developer, you will take ownership of complete features and components, work closely with senior developers to implement technical solutions, and begin to mentor junior colleagues while continuing to develop your own expertise.

Requirements

• Software Development: Design, build, and maintain applications using .NET 8/Core and C#, writing clean, secure, and well-tested code that meets user needs.
• Design, develop, and deploy stable, well-tested fixes using Java and related frameworks.

• Cloud Implementation: Work with Azure services (Functions, Service Bus, App Services, Azure SQL) to build and deploy cloud-native solutions, following architectural guidance from senior team members.

• Security & Compliance: Follow secure coding practices and ensure solutions meet government security requirements and accessibility standards (WCAG).

• Collaboration: Work within an agile team alongside Product Owners, Delivery Managers, and other developers to deliver features that meet policy and user requirements.

• Mentorship: Coach and mentor junior developers, participate in code reviews, and share knowledge with the team.

• Service Support: Operate the services you build, help fix service issues, and contribute to monitoring and maintenance activities.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Back-End Developer with a strong focus on Java.

• Strong .NET Knowledge: Solid experience with C# and .NET Core/6+, including understanding of dependency injection, middleware, and asynchronous programming.

• Azure Experience: Practical experience building and deploying solutions using Azure services such as App Services, Key Vault, Azure SQL, and Service Bus.

• Modern Patterns: Working knowledge of RESTful API design, microservices concepts, and event-driven architecture.

• Data Skills: Experience working with SQL Server and understanding of database design and optimization.

• Development Practices: Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions, and automated testing approaches.

• Testing: Strong focus on writing unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.

Desirable Attributes

• Public Sector Experience: Exposure to GDS frameworks or similarly regulated environments (e.g., Health, Defense, Finance).

• Containerization: Basic experience with Docker or container concepts.

• Frontend Skills: Some experience with modern JavaScript frameworks like Angular or React.

• Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate or similar Azure certifications.

• Active SC Clearance: While BPSS is required, existing SC clearance is beneficial.

What We Look For

We're looking for developers who are comfortable working on complete features independently while knowing when to ask for help. You should be curious about the "why" behind technical decisions, eager to learn from senior colleagues, and ready to take increasing responsibility for the quality and reliability of the services you build.

Benefits

By joining us you can expect:

• Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
• Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
• Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
• A supportive and collaborative environment.

As well as this, we offer:

• Development access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme and training
• Wellness 24/7 Confidential employee assistance programme
• Social – Breakfast Tuesdays, Thirsty Thursdays and Pizza on the last Thursday of each month as well as commitment to charitable causes
• Time off 25 days a year
• Pension Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution
• Discretionary Company Bonus based on company and individual performance
• Life Assurance of 4 times base salary
• Private Medical Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
• Worldwide Travel Insurance which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)