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Java Engineer- Associate
Location: Newcastle, Hybrid basis.
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum
Experience: 2-5 years
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and capable Java Engineer to join our growing technology team. This role is ideal for an early-career software engineer who has gained solid experience in Java development and is looking to further develop their technical expertise while contributing to the delivery of high-quality solutions.
You'll work as part of an Agile delivery team, building and supporting modern applications and services. The successful candidate will take ownership of their own workload, deliver assigned tasks to agreed standards, and contribute to technical discussions and solution development.
As you progress within the role, you will have opportunities to work more independently, contribute to solution design, and help shape implementation approaches.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications and services.
- Build and support microservice architectures using Spring Boot.
- Deliver high-quality, secure, and maintainable code.
- Troubleshoot and resolve routine to moderately complex technical issues.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Contribute to solution design and technical implementation activities.
- Apply Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with engineers, architects, testers, and product stakeholders.
- Support deployment and operation of applications within cloud-based environments.
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Essential Skills & Experience
- Commercial experience developing applications using Java (JDK 11+).
- Experience with Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
- Knowledge of WebLogic Server and CAS SDK.
- Experience working within AWS or other public cloud environments.
- Understanding of container technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD).
- Familiarity with Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Testing practices.
- Experience working in Scrum/Agile delivery environments.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Good communication and collaborative working abilities.


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What We're Looking For
- A proactive engineer who can manage their own workload and deliver assigned tasks effectively.
- Someone who exercises sound judgement within defined parameters and seeks support when appropriate.
- A team player with a passion for software engineering and continuous learning.
- An individual who can contribute positively to technical discussions and, where appropriate, support solution design and implementation.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary £35,000 - £50,000 (Dependent on experience) with a range of benefits, complemented by ongoing training, mentorship, and career progression opportunities within a collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
- Exposure to modern cloud and microservice technologies.
- Collaborative and supportive Agile working environment.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Apply today and build innovative, high-quality software solutions that make a difference.
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