Java Software Engineer

Accenture
Manchester, UK
9 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Automation of Tests Unit Testing Code Coverage Continuous Delivery Software Debugging Open Source Technology Scrum Methodology Test-Driven Development (TDD) DevOps Tools - Open-source Spring-boot Integration Tests
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Docker

Job description

Deliver high-quality implementation and documentation for critical functionality.

Deliver code, unit tests, feature tests, stubs and integration tests.

Operate in an agile environment as part of a scrum team and participate in sprint rituals.

Work with members of multiple skills to understand designs, functional requirements and triage issues.

Create and document low-level designs.

Assist in the promotion and delivery of digital transformation engagements.

Requirements

Excellent hands-on experience with Java and associated technologies.

Experience working with Spring Boot.

Hands-on knowledge of open-source tools, libraries and standards.

Some working knowledge of containers (Docker).

Strong experience of working in Test Driven Development, test coverage, unit tests, feature tests and test automation.

Experience in DevOps tooling and Continuous Delivery.

Good knowledge of non-functional drivers for design, including an ability to performance tune, profile, and debug applications.

Knowledge of both traditional and agile delivery methods.

Drive and desire to further your skillset and lead in the application domain.

Good knowledge of Open source and open standards.

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Knowledge and demonstrable experience of both traditional and agile delivery methods.

Benefits & conditions

Salary: Competitive salary and package (Depending on level of experience), At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes up to 25 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.

About the company

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.

“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO, Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Please read Accenture’s Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.

About Accenture

We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.

We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.

At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our people’s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World’s Best Workplaces .

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