Java Design Lead

Development is the largest discipline at Endava. Our developers design build and release software products in multiple programming languages frameworks and libraries. Always collaborating with cross-functional project teams our developers are adaptable problem-solvers with a client-oriented mindset.  

As a Java Design Lead at Endava involves leading Java-based software development overseeing architectural decisions and mentoring Java developers.

Responsibilities:

• Design implement and maintain complex Java applications ensuring high performance security and scalability.
• Elaborates on software/system design and assists development teams in implementing complex technical solutions.
• Collaborates with architects BAs and other project stakeholders to assess the feasibility of requirements and actively participates in defining technical solutions.
• Recommends and promotes IT industry standards tools and practices (DevOps etc.) to achieve well-engineered software products.
• Proposes improvements and escalates risks/issues related to development activities.
• Participates in reviewing the work done by development team members.
• Learns applies and promotes new technologies practices and tools as appropriate to the project.
• Participates in internal and external tech communities and events.
• Shares experience and knowledge gained from projects.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Java developers.
• Ensure adherence to Java best practices including clean code principles and architectural patterns.
• Collaborate with various project stakeholders to clarify Java-specific requirements processes architecture and priorities.

Qualifications :

• 8 years of experience in software development.
• Strong understanding of different common programing paradigms (OOP Functional etc.).
• Advanced familiarity with design/architectural patterns and principles(e.g. SOLID GoF MVVM) .
• Proficient in Java and frameworks such as Spring and Hibernate.
• Strong knowledge of platform-specific database systems such as Cassandra and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with messaging systems like Kafka.
• Understanding of version control systems like Git or similar
• Experience with Java testing frameworks like JUnit and Mockito.
• Very knowledgeable in various communication protocols and standards including but not limited to HTTP REST JSON TCP/IP etc.
• Good understanding of microservices architecture and Java-based API development.
• Experience with Agile methodologies (e.g. SCRUM KANBAN).
• Experience with CI/CD and deployment tools such as OpenShift Jenkins and Blue-Green deployments.
• Good problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Advanced English proficiency.

Additional Information :

Discover some of the global benefits that empower our people to become the best version of themselves:

• Finance: Competitive salary package share plan company performance bonuses value-based recognition awards referral bonus;  
• Career Development: Career coaching global career opportunities non-linear career paths internal development programmes for management and technical leadership;
• Learning Opportunities: Complex projects rotations internal tech communities training certifications coaching online learning platforms subscriptions pass-it-on sessions workshops conferences;
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours employee assistance programme;
• Health: Global internal wellbeing programme access to wellbeing apps;
• Community: Global internal tech communities hobby clubs and interest groups inclusion and diversity programmes events and celebrations.

At Endava were committed to creating an open inclusive and respectful environment where everyone feels safe valued and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds experiences and perspectivesbecause we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit skills qualifications and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process please let us know.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time