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About The Company
Ncounter Limited is a leading technology solutions provider specializing in secure software development for national security and government agencies. With a strong focus on innovation, technical excellence, and delivering impactful solutions, Ncounter Limited has established itself as a trusted partner in the defense and intelligence sectors. The company prides itself on fostering a collaborative environment where talented engineers can thrive and contribute to critical projects that safeguard national interests. Committed to continuous learning and development, Ncounter Limited invests in its people to ensure they stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and industry best practices.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Engineer to join our dynamic team at Ncounter Limited. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects supporting the UK’s national security initiatives. As a Senior Java Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and cloud-native software solutions that enable analysts to convert complex, multi-source data into actionable intelligence. You will work within a highly regulated environment, contributing to large-scale data ingestion systems, distributed architectures, and secure microservices that underpin critical national security operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java development, cloud-native technologies, and secure software engineering practices, with the ability to solve complex technical challenges in a collaborative setting.
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Qualifications
The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:
- Proven commercial experience in Java development, with a strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
- Hands-on experience building and deploying scalable microservices and distributed systems.
- Expertise in Spring Boot framework and cloud-native architecture, preferably with experience in OpenShift or Kubernetes environments.
- Familiarity with secure coding practices and experience working within secure or classified environments.
- Experience with data processing tools such as Apache NiFi and message brokers for event-driven architectures.
- Knowledge of modern JavaScript frameworks and REST API development is advantageous.
- Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and observability tools.
- Current eDV or DV clearance, or recently active DV clearance, is essential.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:
- Designing, developing, and maintaining Java-based microservices and data pipelines that support large-scale data ingestion, enrichment, and processing.
- Implementing secure, cloud-native applications deployed on OpenShift and Kubernetes platforms.
- Building event-driven distributed systems utilizing message brokers to facilitate reliable communication between services and data stores.
- Developing modern JavaScript applications and REST APIs that enable analysts to search, visualize, and manage operational data effectively.
- Contributing to the development of cross-domain solutions to securely transfer information across networks of varying classifications.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure software solutions meet security, performance, and operational requirements.
- Participating in code reviews, testing, and documentation to uphold high-quality standards.
- Engaging in continuous learning to stay updated with emerging technologies and best practices in secure software engineering.
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Benefits
Joining Ncounter Limited offers numerous benefits designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being, including:
- Competitive pension contributions of 10% to secure your financial future.
- Dedicated 10% of your working time allocated for learning and professional development.
- Relocation support to assist with a smooth transition into the role and location.
- A standard 37.5-hour working week promoting work-life balance.
- Opportunities to work on impactful projects that contribute to national security.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment led by engineers committed to excellence.
Equal Opportunity
Ncounter Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diverse teams foster innovation and drive better outcomes, and we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates.
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