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# Senior Java Developer

- **Company:** AND Digital
- **Location:** Leeds, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Extreme Programming
- **Published:** July 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2367d6e2981392fb

## About the Role

Key skills: strong experience in Java and comfortable with TDD (test-driven development)., * You care deeply about producing high-quality work that delivers real value

 * You're comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving complex problems collaboratively
 * You bring strong expertise in your craft, alongside a willingness to keep learning
 * You communicate clearly and build trust quickly with clients and teammates
 * You're pragmatic, adaptable and outcome-focused
 * You enjoy sharing knowledge and helping others grow
 * You value low-ego collaboration and enjoy working as part of multidisciplinary teams

What you'll bring to the table:

 * Proven development experience of working as a Lead Engineer in a commercial development team with an expert understanding of Java and Javascript and wider experience in different tools and frameworks across the stack.
 * Commercial experience working with agile methodologies.
 * The ability to take clients wider business concerns into account when making technical decisions and dealing with the challenges from stakeholders that come with this.
 * Experience of implementing architecture, DevOps, performance or security and an understanding and ownership of best practice as a Lead Engineer (eg. TDD, SOLID, XP)
 * Comfortable mentoring junior engineers and supporting Squad Leads, with the attributes to provide technical guidance as the most senior engineer on a project and ensuring the development team is achieving project goals and maintaining quality standards.
 * Working knowledge of CI/CD practices and deployments.
 * Experience of writing effective documentation and knowledge sharing.



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