iO Associates
Software Developer
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Job Title: Software Developer (Java)
Location: Portsmouth, UK (Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite)
Employment Type: 12-Month Contract
Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain SC Clearance is required
About the Role
We're looking for a Software Developer to join an Agile Scrum team developing management systems for a next-generation satellite programme.
You'll contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from design and development to testing, working on modern Java-based microservices.
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- Develop software within an Agile Scrum environment
- Design, build, and test new product features
- Develop Java-based microservices and REST APIs
- Participate in sprint planning and estimation
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams
Required Experience
- Java 8+
- Spring Boot, Spring Framework & Hibernate
- RESTful APIs (HTTPS)
- Microservices architecture
- Distributed systems
- UML / SysML (Enterprise Architect or similar)
- CI/CD, Git & Jira
- Agile (Scrum) development
- Strong communication and stakeholder management
- Active SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain SC Clearance
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Nice to Have
- Automated testing experience
- Aerospace, Defence, Satellite, or Safety-Critical systems experience
Interview Process
- Stage 1: Virtual Interview
- Stage 2: Face-to-Face Interview
If you're a Java Developer with strong Spring Boot and Microservices experience looking to work on cutting-edge satellite technology, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled Agile team delivering a next-generation space programme.
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