Amber Labs
Senior Java Software Engineer
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Java Engineer
Location: UK-based, hybrid, Manchester 1 x per week
Salary: Competitive base salary plus benefits (DOE)
Role type: Full time, permanent
Role Summary
Amber Labs is seeking a talented Java Engineer to support the delivery of a high profile digital programme within a large scale government environment. This role sits within an established multidisciplinary agile team and will play a key role in building robust, scalable backend services that support critical user facing platforms.
Working closely with Business Analysts, Architects, QA Engineers, and fellow Developers, you will contribute across the full development life cycle, delivering high quality solutions with a strong emphasis on engineering excellence from the outset.
This is an excellent opportunity for a backend-focused Java Engineer who thrives in collaborative environments and is passionate about building well-engineered, long-term solutions.
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Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Business Analysts, Architects, QA Engineers, and Developers
- Contribute across the full development life cycle, delivering high quality solutions
- Emphasize engineering excellence from the outset
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong backend development experience using Java and Spring Boot
- Proficiency with Git and modern version control practices
- Experience building and deploying applications using Docker
- Good understanding of asynchronous messaging patterns and event-driven architectures
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment practices
Desirable Skills
- Exposure to Kubernetes (K8s) and container orchestration
- Experience working with Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) integrations and file transfer solutions
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What We Offer
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, so you can actually switch off
- Private medical insurance with Bupa
- Remote-first working with a base at Liverpool Street when you want it
- A personal training budget to invest in your growth, however that looks for you
- Perkbox, giving you access to hundreds of perks and discounts across eating out, shopping, wellness, entertainment and more
- EV scheme after one year of service, supporting you in making the switch to electric
- Regular team socials with a group of people who genuinely enjoy working together
- Employer pension contributions
- A rewarding referral scheme which could earn you up to £3000 for any successful hires
- And most importantly, the chance to be part of something from the ground up. Amber Labs is growing fast and the people joining now will shape what this business becomes.
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