Junior Java Developer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Java Developer to join a growing and forward-thinking organisation.

This is an ideal role for a passionate and ambitious developer looking to build their career in a supportive environment where learning, collaboration, and innovation are genuinely encouraged. You'll join a business that is investing heavily in technology and digital transformation, offering the chance to work on modern applications, cloud-based projects, and integrations that directly impact customers and business operations.

Working as part of a collaborative development team, you'll gain exposure across the full software development lifecycle - from design and development through to testing, deployment, and continuous improvement. You'll also have the opportunity to work alongside experienced developers and learn new technologies in a fast-paced but supportive environment.

If you enjoy problem-solving, building applications, and continuously developing your technical skills, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the development and maintenance of modern full stack applications.

• Assisting with the design, coding, testing, and deployment of software solutions.

• Working on both front-end and back-end development tasks within a collaborative team environment.

• Supporting integrations between internal and external systems using APIs and web services.

• Participating in code reviews, testing activities, and technical discussions.

• Troubleshooting and resolving application issues with support from senior developers.

• Creating and maintaining technical documentation where required.

• Following development best practices, coding standards, and deployment processes.

• Collaborating with other developers, analysts, and stakeholders on project delivery.

• Continuously learning new technologies and contributing ideas for improvement.

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field - or equivalent practical experience.

• Some experience with software development projects through work experience, university projects, internships, or personal projects.

• Basic understanding of full stack development concepts.

• Knowledge of Java and web development technologies.

• Familiarity with front-end frameworks such as React or JavaScript frameworks.

• Understanding of REST APIs and web services.

• Exposure to version control tools such as Git or SVN.

• Awareness of testing practices and software quality standards.

• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable Skills

• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

• Understanding of Linux/UNIX environments.

• Awareness of container technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.

• Experience with additional programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or C++.

• Interest in modern software engineering practices and emerging technologies.