Senior Java Software Engineer

Apexon
Birmingham
1 year ago
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About the job


Senior Java Software Engineer (Data Focused)


Are you self-motivated with an innovative mind, a passion for technology, and a good understanding of object orientated development?


Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation.


Apexon brings together distinct core competencies – in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences – to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement.


Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presence.


The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, multi-tasker, and demonstrated team-player. You will be a Data Engineer responsible for the development of new software products and enhancements to existing products. You should excel in working with large-scale applications and frameworks and have outstanding communication and leadership skills.


You’ll be responsible for:

  • Producing high quality, maintainable code
  • Supporting in the design and development of complex software solutions
  • Partnering effectively with client project teams
  • A natural ability to mentor junior developers


You’ll have:

  • Very good hands-on experience in Java and OOP.
  • Should be hands on using Spark and Big Data technologies.
  • Experience with Maven/Gradle and or Spring
  • Experienced in SQL (we use SyBase and single store DB’s primarily)
  • Has worked on Data Pipelines previously and is familiar with the basic concepts
  • Familiar with building REST APIs
  • Should be used to Git/JIRA
  • Experience with debugging, exception handling, logging best practices etc
  • Enterprise coding ability
  • Experience writing unit and integration tests


It would be great if you have experience in:

  • Kafka
  • Single store experience
  • Cryptography experience
  • Authorisation/authentication experience
  • Parquet files
  • DB session management, transaction handling etc
  • TDD or BDD experience


We’re committed to providing our people with a great environment to work in. You can expect ongoing skills-based development, career progression as well as health & well-being benefits and support. You’ll work within a friendly and supportive team, working on a variety of projects and the chance to obtain relevant certifications along the way!


We also offer:

  • Up to 10% bonus (based on company and personal performance).
  • An employer pension scheme
  • 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to carry forward or 'cash-in' 5 days each year
  • Access to YuLife wellness platform, subscription to Meditopia App, premium subscription to Fiit, life coaching & emotional wellbeing sessions, 24 / 7 virtual GP Access, Employee Assistance Programme
  • Life Insurance & Income protection
  • Enhanced Maternity Pay & Paternity Pay
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Travel loan scheme
  • A Tech Scheme which lets you choose from over 5000 tech products at up to a 12% discount
  • Free unlimited Udemy account for every employee to support their continuous learning and improvement
  • Support in obtaining relevant certifications

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