This fast-growing eCommerce organisation is seeking a Java Developer to join their evolving software development team in Blackburn.

The Java Developer will be responsible for designing, developing and implementing new and optimal systems/solutions, to meet business requirements. This is a highly varied role, where you will be developing a diverse range of greenfield Java systems, including those for warehousing, logistics, purchasing, customer journey, and more.

The successful Java Developer will be joining one of the fastest-growing digital retailers in the UK. The organisation is currently underway with a major digital transformation of their entire technology suite. They are keen to be at the forefront of technology in the competitive eCommerce industry and continue to offer new solutions and services to their customers.

This position will suit a Java Developer who is seeking a challenging and diverse role within a friendly and non-corporate working environment.

Requirements:

• Experience developing backend Java business systems and applications
• Knowledge of relational database principles and SQL
• An understanding of recognised design and delivery principles and methodologies such as OO, SOLID, Agile

Office located near Blackburn and easily commutable from surrounding Lancashire towns including, Accrington, Clayton-le-Moors, Preston, Burnley, Bolton, Bury.

Please apply today to find out more and to make your application. Alternatively, you may send your CV to Tom Greaves via , or call Tom on .

This fast-growing eCommerce organisation is seeking a Java Developer to join their evolving software development team in Blackburn.

The Java Developer will be responsible for designing, developing and implementing new and optimal systems/solutions, to meet business requirements. This is a highly varied role, where you will be developing a diverse range of greenfield Java systems, including those for warehousing, logistics, purchasing, customer journey, and more.

The successful Java Developer will be joining one of the fastest-growing digital retailers in the UK. The organisation is currently underway with a major digital transformation of their entire technology suite. They are keen to be at the forefront of technology in the competitive eCommerce industry and continue to offer new solutions and services to their customers.

This position will suit a Java Developer who is seeking a challenging and diverse role within a friendly and non-corporate working environment.

Requirements:

• Experience developing backend Java business systems and applications
• Knowledge of relational database principles and SQL
• An understanding of recognised design and delivery principles and methodologies such as OO, SOLID, Agile

Office located near Blackburn and easily commutable from surrounding Lancashire towns including, Accrington, Clayton-le-Moors, Preston, Burnley, Bolton, Bury.

Please apply today to find out more and to make your application. Alternatively, you may send your CV to Tom Greaves via , or call Tom on .

Are you looking for an opportunity in Central Bristol that allows you to learn and work with some functional programming languages such as Scala & Clojure?

If that's you, then you probably would've realised by now that there aren't heaps of opportunities offering you that within Bristol right now.

Look no further, I have one right here!

I am pretty chuffed about working with this business who are leveraging AI & data visualisation, Data Analytics is such a hot topic across the market, and now with the power of Artificial Intelligence it's helping our economy with increasing revenues and overall helping to move towards improving business's performance which is great! This SaaS company is doing just that, they are a product-based company with several office locations across the globe and all their engineering being done right here in Brizzle.

The opportunity:

You'll be joining an engineering team that is made up of software engineers, DevOps engineers, product engineer - altogether there are around 20 of them. This is a brand-new position within their Product Engineering team, due to natural growth within the business.

As one of their software engineers, you'll be working with a range of exciting technologies from object-oriented such as Java, Python to functional programming languages such as Scala, Clojure. You'll also encounter technologies such as NodeJS, ReactJS, GraphQL, TypeScript, Kafka, Elasticsearch… They aren't looking for someone with all this experience but more the desire to learn and work within that sort of environment.

What we're looking for from you:

• A minimum of 2-3+ years of professional experience.
• Degree within STEM subject (ideally computer science) OR several years of professional experience.
• Experience with functional or object-oriented languages (Java, Clojure or Python are ideal).
• Experience or familiarity with front end technologies such as modern JS frameworks (React or TypeScript ideally).
• You are aware of best software practices and keen to implement them.
• Excited and motivated to learn new technologies.

Their office is based in central Bristol, they are flexible with start/finish times, some work from home options and have a casual office environment + great team culture.

Please get in touch with Steph at SR2 for more information, if you apply directly I will receive your CV and be in touch ASAP.

Are you looking for an opportunity in Central Bristol that allows you to learn and work with some functional programming languages such as Scala & Clojure?

If that's you, then you probably would've realised by now that there aren't heaps of opportunities offering you that within Bristol right now.

Look no further, I have one right here!

I am pretty chuffed about working with this business who are leveraging AI & data visualisation, Data Analytics is such a hot topic across the market, and now with the power of Artificial Intelligence it's helping our economy with increasing revenues and overall helping to move towards improving business's performance which is great! This SaaS company is doing just that, they are a product-based company with several office locations across the globe and all their engineering being done right here in Brizzle.

The opportunity:

You'll be joining an engineering team that is made up of software engineers, DevOps engineers, product engineer - altogether there are around 20 of them. This is a brand-new position within their Product Engineering team, due to natural growth within the business.

As one of their software engineers, you'll be working with a range of exciting technologies from object-oriented such as Java, Python to functional programming languages such as Scala, Clojure. You'll also encounter technologies such as NodeJS, ReactJS, GraphQL, TypeScript, Kafka, Elasticsearch… They aren't looking for someone with all this experience but more the desire to learn and work within that sort of environment.

What we're looking for from you:

• A minimum of 2-3+ years of professional experience.
• Degree within STEM subject (ideally computer science) OR several years of professional experience.
• Experience with functional or object-oriented languages (Java, Clojure or Python are ideal).
• Experience or familiarity with front end technologies such as modern JS frameworks (React or TypeScript ideally).
• You are aware of best software practices and keen to implement them.
• Excited and motivated to learn new technologies.

Their office is based in central Bristol, they are flexible with start/finish times, some work from home options and have a casual office environment + great team culture.

Please get in touch with Steph at SR2 for more information, if you apply directly I will receive your CV and be in touch ASAP.

Software Engineer /  API Engineer 

Worthing, West Sussex, £40k-£60k 

API Engineer, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Core Java, Rest, Restful, CSS, HTML, Javascript, .Net, Cloud, API, Worthing 

Joining a start-up can be hugely rewarding. This company have been going for 2 years, they currently operate with less than 10 employees. Time for that to change!

After winning lots more business it's time to grow... That's why we're looking to hire a Software Engineer / Software Developer well versed in the creation of API's.

This business offer an entirely, uniquely data led approach with quantifiable, actionable outputs. Through their range of data, analytics and technical services, companies of all shapes and sizes are better able to understand their data.

Can you:

• Develop the API strategy for the business?

• Build API infrastructure, supporting web-based projects?

• Be highly consultative, helping to explain technical complex solutions to non technical audiences?  

• Design new or replacement APIs to collate proprietary and open source data?

We need to know you have the following skills and experience:

It will be absolutely essential to have:

• Previous experience creating API's and a solid understanding of REST architecture

• Experience with front-end technologies

We also think you'll need have some of the following:

• Previous experience of cloud/.Net development

• Strong core Java development experience

• Awareness of Agile/Scrum methodologies

• Awareness of Information Security practices and standards and practices

If you like working for a company where no 2 projects are the same and if you like, if you want to be part of something as it grows and flourishes then this is perfect for you. 

Please send your CV for immediate consideration, we're waiting to hear from you. 

API Engineer, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Core Java, Rest, Restful, CSS, HTML, Javascript, .Net, Cloud, API, Worthing 

Software Engineer /  API Engineer 

Worthing, West Sussex, £40k-£60k 

API Engineer, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Core Java, Rest, Restful, CSS, HTML, Javascript, .Net, Cloud, API, Worthing 

Joining a start-up can be hugely rewarding. This company have been going for 2 years, they currently operate with less than 10 employees. Time for that to change!

After winning lots more business it's time to grow... That's why we're looking to hire a Software Engineer / Software Developer well versed in the creation of API's.

This business offer an entirely, uniquely data led approach with quantifiable, actionable outputs. Through their range of data, analytics and technical services, companies of all shapes and sizes are better able to understand their data.

Can you:

• Develop the API strategy for the business?

• Build API infrastructure, supporting web-based projects?

• Be highly consultative, helping to explain technical complex solutions to non technical audiences?  

• Design new or replacement APIs to collate proprietary and open source data?

We need to know you have the following skills and experience:

It will be absolutely essential to have:

• Previous experience creating API's and a solid understanding of REST architecture

• Experience with front-end technologies

We also think you'll need have some of the following:

• Previous experience of cloud/.Net development

• Strong core Java development experience

• Awareness of Agile/Scrum methodologies

• Awareness of Information Security practices and standards and practices

If you like working for a company where no 2 projects are the same and if you like, if you want to be part of something as it grows and flourishes then this is perfect for you. 

Please send your CV for immediate consideration, we're waiting to hear from you. 

API Engineer, Software Developer, Software Engineer, Core Java, Rest, Restful, CSS, HTML, Javascript, .Net, Cloud, API, Worthing 

As part of our digital transformation, Howdens Joinery are recruiting a Test Automation and Performance Specialist to join us in our office in Northampton in Brackmills Industrial Estate.  At the end of 2020, this role will be moving to our new and purpose-built offices in Raunds, Northamptonshire. 

Working as part of the System Team you will define our automation and performance testing strategies. As a Test Automation and Performance Specialist, you will provide the technical expertise and guidance to our agile delivery teams to ensure they are able to successfully adopt and implement those strategies.

As a Test Automation and Performance Specialist, you will enable more frequent and higher quality software releases by ensuring that teams have the self-service and automated tooling, knowledge and frameworks to test the various component parts of a solution and that they are of a high quality and meet the customer’s needs.  Operating within the Scaled Agile Framework, you will also seek to improve our processes and tooling, continuously exploring, researching and recommending new opportunities for increasing the quality that is delivered and working with the wider System team to create automated Continuous Integration (CI) and Delivery (CD) pipelines.

As a Test Automation and Performance Specialist, you’ll possess a keen mind for solving tough problems partnering with various team members along the way.  There is a great opportunity for a high performer with a strong desire to implement change, growth, and maturity, within a department that’s fast-paced, dynamic, and quickly growing in all areas.

Key skills and experience required:

• Excellent experience of developing with automation test tools such as Selenium, Microfocus toolset (incl. UFT & LoadRunner), JMeter, Cucumber, Gherkin etc. to test client and web based applications, containerized solutions, RESTful services, etc.
  
• Disciplined developer with understanding of test-driven and behavior driven development and clean code principles with experience in major languages such as Java and .Net using C# 4.0 or higher
  
• Good understanding of Source control: Azure DevOps / Git
  
• Good technical knowledge, including an understanding of infrastructure, environments, continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines (e.g. Azure DevOps/Jenkins), feature switching, gradual exposure, branch handling, etc.
  
• Experience of Setting up load generation using one of the market leading tools (e.g. Apache JMeter, LoadRunner, NeoTest, Visual Studio, Azure DevOps) and performance testing of containerised applications an advantage.
  
• Awareness of Application Lifecycle Management tools like Azure DevOps, Jira and Microfocus ALM, including pipelines and continuous integration
  
• Strong communication and documentation skills
  
• An ability to drive goals and milestones while valuing and maintaining a strong attention to detail.
  
• Excellent judgment, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  
• Self-motivated individual that possesses excellent time management and organizational skills.
  
• Familiar with software security best practices.
  
• Experience of Scalable Agile Framework (SAFe) v5.0 an advantage.
  
• Experience in the Retail/Trade Sector an advantage.
  

Howdens Joinery is a highly successful business, with more than 700 depots nationwide and more than 10,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa £1.5 billion and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. 

We have a very competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday, company bonus and pension, free refreshments and snacks, onsite car parking, great social events and a friendly and supportive working environment.  As well as the opportunity to develop within a high-profile FTSE 250 company, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For. 

As part of our digital transformation, Howdens Joinery are recruiting a Test Automation and Performance Specialist to join us in our office in Northampton in Brackmills Industrial Estate.  At the end of 2020, this role will be moving to our new and purpose-built offices in Raunds, Northamptonshire. 

Working as part of the System Team you will define our automation and performance testing strategies. As a Test Automation and Performance Specialist, you will provide the technical expertise and guidance to our agile delivery teams to ensure they are able to successfully adopt and implement those strategies.

As a Test Automation and Performance Specialist, you will enable more frequent and higher quality software releases by ensuring that teams have the self-service and automated tooling, knowledge and frameworks to test the various component parts of a solution and that they are of a high quality and meet the customer’s needs.  Operating within the Scaled Agile Framework, you will also seek to improve our processes and tooling, continuously exploring, researching and recommending new opportunities for increasing the quality that is delivered and working with the wider System team to create automated Continuous Integration (CI) and Delivery (CD) pipelines.

As a Test Automation and Performance Specialist, you’ll possess a keen mind for solving tough problems partnering with various team members along the way.  There is a great opportunity for a high performer with a strong desire to implement change, growth, and maturity, within a department that’s fast-paced, dynamic, and quickly growing in all areas.

Key skills and experience required:

• Excellent experience of developing with automation test tools such as Selenium, Microfocus toolset (incl. UFT & LoadRunner), JMeter, Cucumber, Gherkin etc. to test client and web based applications, containerized solutions, RESTful services, etc.
  
• Disciplined developer with understanding of test-driven and behavior driven development and clean code principles with experience in major languages such as Java and .Net using C# 4.0 or higher
  
• Good understanding of Source control: Azure DevOps / Git
  
• Good technical knowledge, including an understanding of infrastructure, environments, continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines (e.g. Azure DevOps/Jenkins), feature switching, gradual exposure, branch handling, etc.
  
• Experience of Setting up load generation using one of the market leading tools (e.g. Apache JMeter, LoadRunner, NeoTest, Visual Studio, Azure DevOps) and performance testing of containerised applications an advantage.
  
• Awareness of Application Lifecycle Management tools like Azure DevOps, Jira and Microfocus ALM, including pipelines and continuous integration
  
• Strong communication and documentation skills
  
• An ability to drive goals and milestones while valuing and maintaining a strong attention to detail.
  
• Excellent judgment, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  
• Self-motivated individual that possesses excellent time management and organizational skills.
  
• Familiar with software security best practices.
  
• Experience of Scalable Agile Framework (SAFe) v5.0 an advantage.
  
• Experience in the Retail/Trade Sector an advantage.
  

Howdens Joinery is a highly successful business, with more than 700 depots nationwide and more than 10,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa £1.5 billion and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. 

We have a very competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday, company bonus and pension, free refreshments and snacks, onsite car parking, great social events and a friendly and supportive working environment.  As well as the opportunity to develop within a high-profile FTSE 250 company, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For. 

As part of our digital transformation, Howdens Joinery are recruiting a Software Engineer to join us in our office in Northampton in Brackmills Industrial Estate.  At the end of 2020, this role will be moving to our new and purpose-built offices in Raunds, Northamptonshire. 

Working as part of the System Team you will design, develop, test and deploy to improve collaboration and productivity of our development teams by developing frameworks, automating workflows and continuously measuring and improving application performance.  As a Software Engineer you will bring your previous experience, best practice and a collaborative attitude to help drive DevOps initiatives and enable more frequent software releases by automating code build, packaging and deployment, from web applications to mobile apps.  You will also be contributing to the design and implementation of software, writing code; analysing data, troubleshooting and issue resolution and coaching and mentoring other team members.

As a Software Engineer, you’ll possess a keen mind for solving tough problems, able to understand complex concepts and be an excellent communicator as you’ll need to partner and work effectively with the IT Digital Solutions and software delivery teams.  There is a great opportunity for a high performer with a strong desire to implement change, growth, and maturity, within a department that’s fast-paced, dynamic, and quickly growing in all areas.

Key skills and experience required:

• Disciplined full-stack programmer with understanding of test-driven and behavior driven development and clean code principles with experience in several major languages such as Java and .Net using C# 4.0 or higher
• Experience of CI/CD Implementations
• Good understand of Source control: Azure DevOps / Git
• Good understanding of unit testing frameworks and test coverage
• High Proficiency in at least one scripting language such as PowerShell, Python and JavaScript.
• Excellent understanding of OO design principles & solid design patterns
• Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code and Configuration management tools e.g. Terraform, Chef, Puppet, Ansible, Azure.
• Solid understanding of Cloud; including security, cloud fault tolerant solutions and resilience.

Howdens Joinery is a highly successful business, with more than 700 depots nationwide and more than 9,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa £1.5 billion and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. 

We have a very competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday, company bonus and pension, free refreshments and snacks, onsite car parking, great social events and a friendly and supportive working environment.  As well as the opportunity to develop within a high-profile FTSE 250 company, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For. 

As part of our digital transformation, Howdens Joinery are recruiting a Software Engineer to join us in our office in Northampton in Brackmills Industrial Estate.  At the end of 2020, this role will be moving to our new and purpose-built offices in Raunds, Northamptonshire. 

Working as part of the System Team you will design, develop, test and deploy to improve collaboration and productivity of our development teams by developing frameworks, automating workflows and continuously measuring and improving application performance.  As a Software Engineer you will bring your previous experience, best practice and a collaborative attitude to help drive DevOps initiatives and enable more frequent software releases by automating code build, packaging and deployment, from web applications to mobile apps.  You will also be contributing to the design and implementation of software, writing code; analysing data, troubleshooting and issue resolution and coaching and mentoring other team members.

As a Software Engineer, you’ll possess a keen mind for solving tough problems, able to understand complex concepts and be an excellent communicator as you’ll need to partner and work effectively with the IT Digital Solutions and software delivery teams.  There is a great opportunity for a high performer with a strong desire to implement change, growth, and maturity, within a department that’s fast-paced, dynamic, and quickly growing in all areas.

Key skills and experience required:

• Disciplined full-stack programmer with understanding of test-driven and behavior driven development and clean code principles with experience in several major languages such as Java and .Net using C# 4.0 or higher
• Experience of CI/CD Implementations
• Good understand of Source control: Azure DevOps / Git
• Good understanding of unit testing frameworks and test coverage
• High Proficiency in at least one scripting language such as PowerShell, Python and JavaScript.
• Excellent understanding of OO design principles & solid design patterns
• Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code and Configuration management tools e.g. Terraform, Chef, Puppet, Ansible, Azure.
• Solid understanding of Cloud; including security, cloud fault tolerant solutions and resilience.

Howdens Joinery is a highly successful business, with more than 700 depots nationwide and more than 9,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa £1.5 billion and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. 

We have a very competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday, company bonus and pension, free refreshments and snacks, onsite car parking, great social events and a friendly and supportive working environment.  As well as the opportunity to develop within a high-profile FTSE 250 company, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For.