Software Engineering Java Software Engineer Professional

IBMCheltenham, United Kingdomlast year

Your Role And Responsibilities

We are looking for an accomplished Java Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in driving our engineering initiatives forward. This individual will not only excel in leading smaller projects but also in nurturing the growth of junior colleagues and shaping our technological trajectory.

Key Focus:

Project Orchestration: Spearhead multiple projects from conception through to deployment, demonstrating exceptional technical acumen and project management proficiency.
Mentorship & Development: Serve as a mentor and guide for junior engineers, promoting their professional progression and fostering a collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment.
Technical Directive Setting: Play a crucial part in devising our engineering methodologies and defining the technical roadmap of our software systems, aligning them with industry best practices.
Quality Code Delivery: Uphold the highest standards of quality, maintainability, and efficiency in all developed code. Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure optimal software performance.
Intricate Problem Resolution: Address and solve complex technical issues, leveraging your profound understanding of Java and web technologies.
Continuous Improvement: Embrace a culture of continuous learning, staying abreast of the latest advancements in technology and applying these insights to enhance our software solutions.
Collaboration & Team Contribution: Work closely with cross-functional teams, providing valuable input to project planning, execution, and delivery, thereby strengthening our collective capabilities.
Stakeholder Communication: Engage effectively with stakeholders at various levels, articulating technical concepts clearly and confidently, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Required Education

None

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

Proficient Java Programming: Demonstrate advanced Java coding skills, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and associated frameworks like Angular or React.
Leadership Experience: Provide evidence of having led teams and successfully delivered projects, exhibiting strong leadership qualities and team management abilities.
Problem-Solving Capabilities: Present a clear track record of tackling and resolving intricate technical problems, showcasing excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Agile & Cloud Expertise: Show experience in Agile methodologies and familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, with a proven ability to develop scalable and robust cloud solutions.
Communication Skills: Possess superior verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Java/JEE Application Development: Display extensive experience in designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise applications using Java/JEE technology stack, including Java/Java-based frameworks and web development using languages like Ruby, Python, or Groovy.
Java Framework Experience: Verify expertise in developing applications using Java frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, Struts, JSF, and demonstrate understanding of transaction management, Java object management, and enterprise integration needs.
Dependency Injection Understanding: Exhibit a thorough comprehension of dependency injection and inversion of control principles.

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

Experience with microservices architecture.
Knowledge of containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD).
Understanding of security principles in software development.

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When was this Software Engineering Java Software Engineer Professional job posted?: This listing was posted on August 8, 2025 and is still open for applications.
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