Junior Java Developer – Hybrid Microservices in Sheffield

Delta Capita Group; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global managed services provider in Sheffield is seeking a Junior Developer to modernise architecture and build microservices for financial services clients. Candidates should have a strong foundation in software engineering, experience with Java, and some exposure to AI/ML. This hybrid role requires teamwork and problem-solving skills, offering a dynamic work environment and potential for contract-to-permanent transition.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge in software engineering and backend development.
• Experience with Java, ideally the latest versions.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and databases like PostgreSQL.
• Basic knowledge of Docker containers and cloud platforms.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts and frameworks.
• Frontend skills in ReactJS or similar frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving aptitude and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain microservices and full-stack applications.
• Integrate AI/ML models into production systems.
• Write clean, efficient code and participate in code reviews.
• Implement RESTful APIs and CI/CD practices.
• Collaborate with global teams for feature delivery.
• Support troubleshooting and improvement of system performance.

Skills

Software engineering foundation

Backend development

Java

RESTful APIs

Relational databases

Docker

AI/ML concepts

Frontend development with ReactJS

Problem-solving skills

Job description

A global managed services provider in Sheffield is seeking a Junior Developer to modernise architecture and build microservices for financial services clients. Candidates should have a strong foundation in software engineering, experience with Java, and some exposure to AI/ML. This hybrid role requires teamwork and problem-solving skills, offering a dynamic work environment and potential for contract-to-permanent transition.