Java Developer - Newcastle

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Web Development

In short

Accenture is seeking a Java Developer for their Advanced Technology Centre in Newcastle. The role involves designing, developing, and delivering enterprise-scale applications using Java and Spring Boot within Agile teams, with a hybrid working model requiring three days per week on-site.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Java Spring Boot microservices.
Build scalable, reliable, and high-performing applications.
Contribute to the delivery of technical features across the solution architecture.
Participate in Agile ceremonies.
Collaborate with technical leads on microservices design and system integration.
Apply software engineering best practices.
Contribute to Test-Driven Development, Continuous Integration, and continuous testing.
Work closely with quality engineering teams.
Troubleshoot issues and support system improvements.

Requirements

Java development experience
Spring Boot and microservices architecture experience
RESTful API development experience
Distributed systems experience
Familiarity with AI coding assistants (e.g. GitHub Copilot)
Experience in Agile/Scrum delivery environments
Continuous Integration and automated testing practices
Software engineering best practices, including source control and peer reviews
Collaborative work within cross-functional teams
Contribution to technical discussions and solution design

Desired Qualifications

Test-Driven Development (TDD) and/or Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD)
End-to-end system integration experience
Continuous testing practices
Experience contributing to estimation and technical planning activities
Experience supporting non-functional testing
Experience working in fast-paced delivery environments
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline

Benefits

Competitive salary
25 days' annual leave
Gym subsidy
Private medical insurance
Three additional days of paid leave each year for charitable and volunteering activities
Access to industry-leading learning and development programmes
A global network of technology experts and specialists
Career progression opportunities

Skills

JavaSpring BootMicroservicesRESTful APIDistributed SystemsAI Coding AssistantsGitHub CopilotAgile/ScrumContinuous IntegrationAutomated TestingSource ControlPeer ReviewsTest-Driven DevelopmentBehavior-Driven Development

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