Java Developer

Summary

Join Amber Labs as a Java Developer in a remote UK-based position for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate has expert knowledge of modern Java technologies and frameworks, with extensive experience in building robust software solutions.

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in modern Java technologies and frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate)
• In-depth understanding of software design principles, patterns, and best practices
• Strong knowledge of API design, RESTful principles, and microservices architecture
• Proven experience developing and deploying applications on cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure
• Familiarity with cloud-native tools and services, such as AWS Lambda, S3, EC2, Azure Functions, and Kubernetes
• Hands-on experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases, including schema design and performance optimisation
• Expertise in PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB
• Extensive experience in TDD and BDD methodologies
• Skilled in building robust, automated test suites for CI/CD environments

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java applications using modern frameworks and technologies
• Implement scalable, maintainable, and efficient microservice architectures
• Create and integrate APIs and RESTful services to meet business requirements
• Apply Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD) methodologies to ensure robust, high-quality code
• Build and maintain a comprehensive automated test suite to support a Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline
• Develop applications optimised for cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure
• Work with both SQL and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB, to design and manage efficient data storage solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Terraform)

Benefits

• Private medical insurance through Aviva
• 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