MISSION
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Engineer to join a collaborative Agile engineering team delivering scalable, cloud-native solutions. This role is ideally suited to an experienced engineer who is passionate about software craftsmanship, enjoys knowledge sharing, and thrives in a highly collaborative environment where pair programming is a fundamental part of the team's day-to-day way of working.
Working within a modern engineering culture, you will help design, develop, and maintain high-quality applications using Java and AWS, while contributing to continuous improvement across development practices, automation, and delivery processes.
PROFILE
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable applications using Java.
Build and deploy cloud-native solutions leveraging AWS services.
Participate in daily pair programming sessions as a core part of software delivery.
Collaborate closely with engineers, architects, product stakeholders, and delivery teams.
Champion engineering best practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD) and clean code principles.
Contribute to the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines to enable efficient and reliable software delivery.
Support code reviews, technical discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Troubleshoot, optimise, and enhance existing applications and services.
Promote a culture of collaboration, learning, and engineering excellence.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Significant experience working as a Senior Java Engineer, Software Engineer, or Developer within Agile delivery environments.
Demonstrable experience delivering production-grade applications using Java and AWS.
Proven track record of working within teams that utilise pair programming as a standard engineering practice.
Experience working across the full software development lifecycle.
Strong background in automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous deployment.
Ability to collaborate effectively with distributed teams and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience working within consultancy, enterprise, or large-scale technology environments would be advantageous.
SKILLS REQUIRED
Essential
Strong commercial experience developing enterprise applications with Java.
Solid hands-on experience working with AWS cloud services.
Proven experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
Strong understanding and practical application of Test-Driven Development (TDD).
Extensive experience with pair programming methodologies.
Comfortable working in a continuous pair programming environment on a daily basis.
Strong knowledge of Agile software development practices.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Desirable
Experience with microservices architectures.
Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience with infrastructure-as-code approaches.
Exposure to DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering practices.
Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers.
OUR AGENCY
With five strategic offices in Belfast, Chester, Farnborough, London and Oxford, we work in partnership with our customers UK-wide to deliver high-impact engineering solutions.
SII UK is a trusted Aerospace and Defence engineering partner, supporting the delivery of complex, mission-critical programmes while helping to shape the future of innovation across next-generation systems and technologies.
Our teams contribute daily to creating a fulfilling, stimulating and career development focused work environment.
True to our human-centred values, we are committed to making SII UK a Great Place To Work®, having been certified 5 years running.
Joining SII UK means being part of our collective goals, guided by our mission “Let’s Tech Together,” and helping to build a digital future that is sustainable, at the heart of an environment that values learning & collaboration.
SII GROUP
Who are we?
With five strategic offices in Belfast, Chester, Farnborough, London and Oxford, we work in partnership with our customers UK-wide to deliver high-impact engineering solutions.
SII UK is a trusted Aerospace and Defence engineering partner, supporting the delivery of complex, mission-critical programmes while helping to shape the future of innovation across next-generation systems and technologies.
Our teams contribute daily to creating a fulfilling, stimulating and career development focused work environment.
True to our human-centred values, we are committed to making SII UK a Great Place To Work®, having been certified 5 years running.
Joining SII UK means being part of our collective goals, guided by our mission “Let’s Tech Together,” and helping to build a digital future that is sustainable, at the heart of an environment that values learning & collaboration.
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