Software Developer

Software Developer

Posted 1 day ago by Amber Labs

Negotiable
Fixed-Term
Remote
London, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of Java Software Developer is a 12-month fixed-term contract focused on developing a modern outbound notification platform for a UK public sector organization. The position requires experience within the UK public sector and involves remote work with occasional travel. The developer will work on various features and enhancements to ensure platform reliability and secure development. The role is part of a dynamic team at Amber Labs, a technology consultancy dedicated to delivering exceptional digital services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain features such as Message Centre, BAU onboarding releases, and Strategic Events Platform Upgrade applications (Documentum, RHEL, SFT Agent) and implement secure development changes
  • Enhance monitoring and alerting for platform reliability
  • Support migration

Key Skills:

  • Content Management: Documentum server & DFC
  • Cloud: AWS (Serverless, EC2, SQS)
  • Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Ansible
  • CI/CD: GitLab
  • Programming: Java (3+ years), Rust, Bash, Python
  • Other: Linux (RHEL), Oracle, PKCS#11 encryption, Filenet P8
  • Desirable: Experience working on government projects, Understanding of Linux administration

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Java Software Developer 12 month Fixed Term Contract Remote (Ad hoc travel required) Experience within UK public sector required

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

  • Develop and maintain features such as Message Centre, BAU onboarding releases, and Strategic Events Platform Upgrade applications (Documentum, RHEL, SFT Agent) and implement secure development changes
  • Enhance monitoring and alerting for platform reliability
  • Support migration

Essential Skills

  • Content Management: Documentum server & DFC
  • Cloud: AWS (Serverless, EC2, SQS)
  • Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Ansible
  • CI/CD: GitLab
  • Programming: Java (3+ years), Rust, Bash, Python
  • Other: Linux (RHEL), Oracle, PKCS#11 encryption, Filenet P8

Desirable

  • Experience working on government projects
  • Understanding of Linux administration

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.