Amber Labs is hiring a
Java Developer

Summary

The job is for a Java Developer at Amber Labs, a UK-based technology consultancy. The role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining Java applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and staying updated with industry trends. Requirements include recent experience with Java 11, understanding of TDD and BDD, experience in Agile environments, and knowledge of Unix-like operating systems.

Requirements

• Recent experience with Java 11 (or later)
• Excellent understanding of TDD and BDD
• Experience with large microservice architectures
• Experience of working in an Agile environment
• Willingness to work in a pair programming environment
• Experience in implementing APIs for internal and external use
• Skills to build up a useful, robust automated test suite to support a continuous deployment environment
• Involvement in the wider web development community, identifying good practices to adopt and sharing experiences
• Knowledgeable of tools and techniques used within the wider team
• Participation in 2nd-line support of applications and platforms, including occasional support outside of office hours
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience
• Working knowledge of Unix-like operating systems such as Linux and/or Mac OS X
• Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques
• Understanding of the use of Responsive Web Design

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and reliable Java applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and issues
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of coding standards
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure the adoption of best practices
• Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Jackson, JAX-RS, mocking frameworks such as Mockito, and messaging platforms such as ActiveMQ or Kafka
• Experience with MongoDB or other document databases
• Experience in building and scaling high-traffic websites
• Experience in handling large data sets and scaling their handling and storage

Benefits

• Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA
• Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes
• Receive private medical insurance through Aviva
• Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest
• 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays
• Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources
• Participate in a generous employee referral program
• A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement
• Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation
• Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac