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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** SR2
- **Location:** Gloucester, UK
- **Salary:** £55,000.0 - £70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Databases, Continuous Integration, PostgreSQL, OpenShift, Software Tools, Software Engineering, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** July 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2863854777-2

## About the Role

We're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems and building high quality software.

You'll have experience with:

 * Java and Spring Boot
 * React
 * Building REST APIs and scalable applications
 * CI/CD and modern software engineering practices
 * Cloud platforms such as AWS
 * PostgreSQL or similar databases

Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, Kafka or other messaging technologies would be a bonus.

Most importantly, you'll enjoy working as part of a collaborative team, take pride in writing great software and be keen to continue learning and developing your skills.

## Description

As a Full Stack Software Engineer, you'll work across the full software development lifecycle, building new features, improving existing products and delivering reliable, scalable applications.

Working in a cross functional Agile team, you'll be encouraged to take ownership, share ideas and continuously improve the way software is delivered.

You'll be:

 * Building full stack applications using Java, Spring Boot and React
 * Developing scalable APIs and microservices
 * Writing clean, maintainable code with a strong focus on testing and quality
 * Working with CI/CD pipelines and cloud technologies
 * Collaborating closely with Product Managers, Designers and Engineers
 * Using AI tools to improve development, testing and automation


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