Software Engineer

Markerstudy Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance technology firm is seeking a Software Engineer to enhance its Real Time Pricing technology team. The candidate will design, develop, and deliver high-quality features using Java while participating in the full software development lifecycle. Experience with Java, agile methodologies, and strong attention to detail are crucial. This position offers a dynamic working environment focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience with Java development in a professional capacity.
• Strong knowledge of Java SE and object oriented design principles.
• Familiarity with building and consuming RESTful APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver features using Java.
• Estimate development efforts for sprint planning.
• Write maintainable code with a focus on testing.

Skills

Professional Java development

Java SE and object oriented design principles

Modern Java features

RESTful APIs and SOAP services

JSON, XML, and related data formats

Agile delivery environments

Attention to detail

Collaborative approach

Tools

Postman

Jira

Job description

Location: Flexible, UK

The opportunity

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Real Time Pricing (RTP) technology team. This role focuses on building, enhancing, and supporting core systems that underpin pricing and decision making across the business.

Working in a Scrum based agile environment, you will be involved across the full software development lifecycle, from analysis and design through to development, testing, and delivery. You will take ownership of your work while contributing to the overall success of the team’s sprint commitments. This is a hands on engineering role for someone who enjoys building well structured, high quality software that performs in live environments.

What You Will Be Doing

• Designing, developing, and delivering features and components using Java
• Estimating development effort and contributing to sprint planning
• Writing clean, maintainable code with a strong focus on unit testing and quality
• Participating in code reviews and peer collaboration
• Supporting sprint and Kanban delivery through active engagement in ceremonies
• Providing clear updates on progress and risks during stand ups and team meetings
• Working closely with analysts and stakeholders to clarify requirements
• Contributing to continuous improvement of development practices and SDLC standards

What We Are Looking For

• Experience as a professional Java developer
• Strong knowledge of Java SE and object oriented design principles
• Experience using modern Java features including streams and lambda expressions
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and SOAP services
• Familiarity with JSON, XML, and related data formats
• Experience working in agile delivery environments, ideally Scrum
• Strong attention to detail and a quality focused mindset
• A collaborative approach and the ability to adapt to change

Desirable Experience

• API testing using tools such as Postman
• Experience using work management tools such as Jira
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, particularly personal lines