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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Consultant - Junior Java Engineer - DE - TC - UKI - Belfast - **Company:** Ernst & Young - **Location:** Belfast, UK - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Computer Programming, Databases, DevOps, Gradle, Information Management, Junit, Apache Maven, MongoDB, MySQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Mockito, Software Engineering, Java Application Server, ReactJS, Technical Debt, Git, Containerization, AngularJS, Git Flow, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Build Tools, Front End Software Development, Docker - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.theguardian.com/job/10170040/consultant-junior-java-engineer-de-tc-uki-belfast/ ## About the Role * A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Software Programming or Information Management. * Minimum of 2 years of experience in a backend software development role. * Proficiency in Java, including strong understanding of object-oriented- programming and core language features. * Experience with JUnit and Mockito for unit testing, mocking dependencies, and writing maintainable automated tests. * Hands--on experience with build tools such as Gradle or Maven to manage dependencies and automate project builds. * Containerisation experience with Docker, including building and running containerised Java applications. * Strong understanding of Git for version control, branching strategies, and collaborative development workflows. * Experience working with databases, preferably MongoDB and MySQL. * Experience working on engagements with technologies and architectures in a product environment * Desired knowledge in front end technologies (HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Angular JS, React) * Knowledge/experience of agile delivery methodologies (Scrum and DevOps) and application development lifecycle To qualify for the role, you must have * Team Player * Self-starter and highly motivated * Ability to handle high pressure and fast paced situations * Excellent communication skills and ability to produce high-quality written deliverables in fluent English Interview process: If you are successful in your application, you will be invited to attend an in-person assessment centre towards the end of February. As part of the assessment centre, candidates will complete a 45-minute technical assessment designed to evaluate their understanding of our technology stack (outlined in the Skills and attributes for success section) and their ability to work with real code. This exercise will include a series of focused technical questions alongside a practical code-review task, where candidates will be asked to interpret what the code is doing, identify potential issues, and suggest improvements. We will be looking for clear reasoning around maintainability, readability, robustness, and modern best practices, as well as an ability to communicate technical insights effectively. What we look for We're interested in candidates with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you'll need the ability to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and processes. 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