Senior Java Developer

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Role: Senior Java Developer

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Welwyn Garden City (2 to 3 days in office)

Rate: 700 inside umbrella

As a Senior Java Developer, you will be a vital contributor to our projects, providing technical leadership and driving key features from conception to delivery. Here's what you can expect:

• Develop High-Quality Software: Utilize your Java expertise (Spring Boot or other frameworks) to create efficient and scalable solutions.
• Embrace Cloud Technologies: Work with Microsoft Azure and Terraform, with an eagerness to learn new tools and technologies.
• Implement CI/CD Best Practices: Advocate for seamless software delivery through continuous integration and deployment.
• Create and Maintain Documentation: Support development processes and system design with clear, comprehensive documentation.
• Make Data-Driven Decisions: Balance short-term and long-term goals, making informed trade-offs to deliver impactful results.
• Uphold Architectural Standards: Apply security-first thinking and utilize tools like Snyk and Apiiro for robust, secure coding practices.
• Take Ownership: Drive reliability, maintainability, and performance in the systems you work on.
• Mentor and Collaborate: Foster a culture of growth by mentoring fellow engineers and encouraging teamwork.
• Automate Workflows: Build tools and scripts to enhance efficiency and streamline processes.

What We're Looking For:

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Solid experience in delivering Java or other JVM languages; familiarity with JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and infrastructure automation (Terraform).
• A good understanding of SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., Cosmos DB).
• Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., Splunk, New Relic).
• Experience working with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
• Strong English communication skills.
• Proven experience in system design and project ownership.
• A proactive attitude and a passion for driving technical excellence.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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