Java Developer

“Version 1 is celebrating 25 years in the IT industry this year and we continue to be trusted by global brands to deliver IT solutions that drive customer success. 

Version 1 is not just a Microsoft Gold Partner, an AWS Premier Consulting Partner and an Oracle Platform Partner; we are also an award-winning employer and our employees are at the heart of Version 1. We invest in a strong culture of wellness through programs that help our employees create their journey toward optimal wellbeing. This framework is based on the ‘Strength in Balance‘ theme and this seen again in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Team motto “Bring Your Difference“.”

We are looking for a  Backend Developer who will be working with a team of engineers and testers to create solutions and deliver both mobile and web applications to our clients. The ideal candidate is someone who has a track record of high-quality delivery, combined with a keen appetite for all aspects of software development. You should be hands on, able to contribute individually and should have experience of working in a fast pace dynamic environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement solutions as per technical design and participate in design activities as required
• Planning and estimation of development tasks as part of the SCRUM team and strive for accuracy while meeting deadlines
• Participate in the full development lifecycle of new functionality and enhancements on greenfield and existing applications
• Commitment to producing high quality, highly performant and robust software within agreed time estimates and to agreed quality standards
• Participate in changes, and continuous improvements to existing software development, testing and deployment processes
• Ability to work hands on in a fast-paced, agile work environment supporting your colleagues as required
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with multiple business and technical teams.

• 5+ years’ experience in software development (Java), ideally at least 3+ years of which was working with Java as the principal technology used with related degree qualification (comp sci, engineering, etc).
• Experience upgrading Java Spring applications/services from older Java versions (6+) to newer Java versions (11+)
• Ability to take legacy Java Spring services and rewrite/refactor onto the latest Java Spring stack
• Experience working with Oracle WebLogic (advantage), implementing CI/CD pipelines and working in a cross-functional Scrum team in an agile environment
• Hands-on experience with Azure technologies is an advantage
• Constantly improve the products, through feedback and input on the product pipeline and roadmap
• Experience building cloud-native or serverless applications an advantage

Before you apply, here are some of our benefits. We offer profit share, pension, private healthcare cover, flexible working policy and more. We offer incentives for accreditations and educational assistance for courses relevant to your role.

We offer employee recognition in the form of Excellence Awards and V1Ps which is awarded by your peers. Engagement is incredibly important with local engagement teams driving our engagement events!