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# Java Software Engineer

- **Company:** Sanderson Recruitment Plc
- **Location:** Bristol, UK
- **Salary:** £55,000.0 - £82,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Profiling, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Java Application Server, Test-Driven Development (TDD), DevOps Tools - Open-source, Spring-boot, Containerization, Docker
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/pt/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-61EBB9CF510EFFBD28/

## About the Role

You should have strong hands-on experience with:

 * Java and associated technologies
 * Spring Boot
 * Unit testing, test automation and TDD
 * DevOps tooling and CI/CD
 * Debugging, profiling and performance tuning
 * Agile software delivery

Experience with Docker or other container technologies would also be beneficial.

We are looking for someone with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a genuine desire to continue developing their technical knowledge.

## Description

You will work as part of an Agile/Scrum team and be involved throughout the software development lifecycle, including development, testing, debugging and deployment., * Developing and delivering high-quality Java applications

 * Writing unit, integration and feature tests
 * Working with other technical teams to understand requirements and resolve issues
 * Creating and maintaining low-level technical designs and documentation
 * Supporting CI/CD and software delivery activities
 * Debugging, performance tuning and improving application reliability
 * Participating in Agile ceremonies and sprint activities
 * Contributing to digital transformation and wider engineering projects


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