Contract

Java Engineer

Ref: BBBH68606_1793091770

Hybrid-remote in Telford, Shropshire

Java Engineer

Whitehall Resources currently require an experienced Java Engineer to work with a key client.

**Please note this role falls INSIDE IR35**

Role Overview
We are seeking a Software Engineer to join the RTI (Real Time Information) and CBS (Child Benefit Service) delivery team. The successful candidate will contribute to the development, testing, and support of enhancements across critical HMRC services.
Working within an agile delivery team, the engineer will collaborate with Business Analysts, QA Engineers, Solution Architects, and other developers to deliver secure, reliable, and maintainable solutions. The role is suited to an engineer with experience in Java, Spring Boot, and Oracle PL/SQL who is looking to further develop their technical skills within a large-scale enterprise environment.
The RTI and CBS services utilise technologies including Java, Spring Boot, Oracle PL/SQL, Oracle SQL, REST APIs, Git, Maven, and Gradle.
Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain application components using Java and Spring Boot.
Create and modify Oracle PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, and scripts.
Support the delivery of new features, service improvements, and defect fixes.
Participate in technical analysis, solution design, and estimation activities.
Develop and consume RESTful APIs and service integrations.
Perform unit testing and support wider test activities.
Investigate and resolve defects and support live service incidents.
Participate in code reviews and adopt engineering best practices.
Work collaboratively with team members to deliver sprint commitments.
Produce and maintain technical documentation where required.

Essential Skills and Experience
Technical Skills

Experience developing applications using Java.
Experience working with Spring Boot.
Experience developing Oracle PL/SQL solutions.
Good understanding of Oracle SQL.
Experience working with REST APIs.
Experience using Git version control.
Understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
Experience writing unit tests using frameworks such as JUnit.

Delivery Experience

Experience working within Agile delivery teams.
Ability to analyse requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Experience troubleshooting defects and resolving technical issues.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Good communication and collaboration skills.

Desirable Skills

SC Clearance
Knowledge of Oracle JMS.
Experience with Maven or Gradle build tools.
Experience using Mockito or WireMock.
Understanding of OpenAPI specifications.

Personal Attributes

Eager to learn and develop technical expertise.
Positive and collaborative approach to teamwork.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage workload and deliver against agreed priorities.
Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows work through to completion.

Technologies
Core Technologies

Java
Spring Boot
Oracle PL/SQL
Oracle SQL
REST APIs
Git

Supporting Technologies

Maven / Gradle
JUnit
Mockito
WireMock
OpenAPI
Gitlab
Jira / Confluence

All of our opportunities require that applicants are eligible to work in the specified country/location, unless otherwise stated in the job description.

Whitehall Resources are an equal opportunities employer who value a diverse and inclusive working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.