Software Engineer (Java)

Summary: The role of Backend Engineer focuses on developing scalable services using Kotlin and Java (Spring Boot). The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise and demonstrate high autonomy in project ownership. Collaboration with various stakeholders and experience with large codebases are essential for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build scalable services using Kotlin and Java (Spring Boot).
• Utilize technologies such as Gradle, IntelliJ, Coroutines, and Kubernetes.
• Implement CI/CD processes with Gitlab CI and Harness.
• Make data-driven decisions and collaborate with Product/UX/Test stakeholders.
• Provide examples of past projects focusing on accessibility.

Key Skills:

• Strong expertise in Kotlin and Java (Spring Boot).
• Experience with Gradle, IntelliJ, Coroutines, and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Gitlab CI, Harness, and Sonar.
• Ability to work with large, multi-module codebases.
• Experience in making data-driven decisions.

Salary (Rate): £60 per hour

City: Manchester

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Backend Engineer

We are seeking a Backend Engineer with strong Kotlin and Java (Spring Boot) expertise to build scalable services.

Core Tech

• Kotlin (+ Java), Spring Boot, Gradle, IntelliJ

• Coroutines, Kubernetes, Gitlab CI, Harness, Sonar

• OpenTelemetry, Grafana

We Look For

• High Autonomy and ownership of projects.

• Experience with large, multi-module codebases.

• Data-driven decisions (experimentation/feature toggles).

• Collaboration with Product/UX/Test stakeholders.

• Examples of past projects and implementing for accessibility.

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.