Junior Java Developer
Posted 3 days ago by _nology
Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Junior Java Developer role at Nology offers an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals to begin or advance their careers in a supportive financial services environment. The position involves developing and maintaining applications primarily using Java, while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an agile setting. Candidates will receive dedicated support and mentoring, along with opportunities for upskilling and career growth. This role requires a proactive attitude and a willingness to learn, with the expectation of working onsite in Birmingham five days a week or relocating.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain applications using Java as your core language.
- Work on backend services and integrate with SQL databases.
- Learn and apply best practices in coding, testing, and performance optimization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with guidance from senior team members.
Key Skills:
- Coding Bootcamp graduates with hands-on experience in modern technologies OR STEM graduates from disciplines such as Computer Science, Economics, Physics, or related fields.
- Some experience with Java development (academic, commercial, or personal projects).
- Basic understanding of SQL and relational databases.
- Exposure to Python for scripting or automation tasks.
- Familiarity or willingness to learn AWS cloud services.
- Ability to work onsite in Birmingham 5 days a week or relocate.
- A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and grow.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Birmingham
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Industry: IT
Junior Java Developer
Location: Birmingham (5 days a week or willingness to relocate)
About the Opportunity
Nology is excited to partner with a leading financial services organisation that values learning, collaboration, and innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated developer to kickstart or accelerate their career in a supportive environment. We’re committed to helping you upskill and grow, so you can excel in your role and progress toward exciting future opportunities.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Develop and maintain applications using Java as your core language.
- Work on backend services and integrate with SQL databases.
- Learn and apply best practices in coding, testing, and performance optimization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with guidance from senior team members.
Tech Stack You’ll Be Using:
- Languages: Java (primary), SQL, Python
- Frameworks & Tools: Spring Boot, REST APIs
- Cloud: AWS
- Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL
- Collaboration: Git, Jira, Confluence
What We’re Looking For:
- Coding Bootcamp graduates with hands-on experience in modern technologies OR STEM graduates from disciplines such as Computer Science, Economics, Physics, or related fields, who are eager to apply analytical thinking to software development.
- Some experience with Java development (academic, commercial, or personal projects).
- Basic understanding of SQL and relational databases.
- Exposure to Python for scripting or automation tasks.
- Familiarity or willingness to learn AWS cloud services.
- Ability to work onsite in Birmingham 5 days a week or relocate.
- A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and grow.
Why Join Us?
- Dedicated support: A manager onsite and ongoing mentoring from nology.
- Upskilling opportunities: Access to training programs to boost your technical skills.
- Career growth: Work on real client projects and build a strong foundation for your future.
- Collaborative culture: Be part of a team that values learning and innovation.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Apply Today!
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and grow with the support of nology and a dedicated team, submit your application now. We look forward to hearing from you!