Full Stack Software Engineer - Java & React

Job Title: Software Engineer - Full stack Java & React
Location: Glasgow
Short Description
Design and deliver market-leading technology products in a secure and scalable way as a seasoned member of an agile team.
Job Overview
This is a unique opportunity to accelerate your career while contributing to impactful technology solutions that drive innovation. As a Software Engineer III within the Employee Platform space, you will be a key contributor on an agile team, delivering secure, scalable, and high-performing applications. You will be responsible for developing solutions across multiple technical domains, supporting strategic business goals.
Key Responsibilities

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  Develop and implement software solutions, troubleshoot technical challenges, and think creatively to solve complex problems
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  Write secure, efficient, and production-ready code; maintain performance-driven algorithms
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  Create architectural and design documents for complex applications; ensure code aligns with design principles
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  Analyze and synthesize data sets to create visualizations and insights that improve systems and software
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  Proactively identify inefficiencies and hidden issues to improve coding standards and system architecture
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  Actively contribute to internal communities of practice and events focused on emerging technologies
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  Foster a team culture centered around diversity, equity, inclusion, and mutual respect

Required Qualifications

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  Formal training or certification in system design, plus relevant hands-on experience
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  Demonstrated experience in application development, testing, deployment, and operational maintenance
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  Proficiency in one or more programming languages
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  Experience with automation tools and continuous delivery practices
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  Strong knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
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  Familiarity with agile principles, CI/CD pipelines, application resiliency, and security practices
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  Solid understanding of key technologies such as cloud, AI/ML, or mobile platforms
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  Frontend experience with React or Angular, TypeScript, CSS, JavaScript, and Micro Frontend frameworks
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  Backend expertise in Java, Spring Framework, Kafka, and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra)

Preferred Qualifications

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  Exposure to cloud technologies and services
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  Experience designing and developing microservices-based architecture
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  Commitment to continuous learning and innovation, especially in automation and modernization
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  Familiarity with unit testing, mocking, and performance testing tools (e.g., JUnit, Mockito, BlazeMeter)
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  Experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk, Dynatrace, and Grafana

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.