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Senior Java and Azure Software Engineer

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ID: #3010
Posted: 2026-03-05
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Senior Java and Azure Software Engineer 12 month fixed term contract or permanent position The Company At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. Your Role We’re looking for a talented and driven Senior Java and Azure Software Engineer to join our growing team. You’ll be instrumental in building robust, scalable backend systems using modern technologies and cloud platforms. If you’re passionate about clean code, distributed systems, and continuous delivery, we want to hear from you. What You’ll Do • Design and build scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot, with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and maintainability • Develop and deploy cloud-native applications on Microsoft Azure, leveraging best practices in distributed systems and microservices architecture • Implement asynchronous messaging patterns to enable decoupled, event-driven communication across services • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines to ensure smooth, automated deployments and rapid iteration cycles • Containerize applications using Docker and collaborate on orchestration strategies (Kubernetes experience is a plus) • Maintain high code quality through rigorous testing, code reviews, and adherence to clean coding principles • Collaborate cross-functionally with DevOps, QA, and Product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions • Integrate secure file transfer mechanisms (SFTP) where needed to support client and partner workflows • Stay ahead of the curve by exploring new tools, frameworks, and cloud capabilities to continuously improve our engineering practices Your Skills and Experience • Strong experience in backend development using Java and Spring Boot • Solid understanding of cloud-native development with Azure essential • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools • Experience implementing asynchronous communication between services • Passion for automation and DevOps practices • Bonus: Exposure to secure file transfer protocols and Kubernetes deployments • Must have worked in government Diversity & Inclusion Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes: • Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. • Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all. • Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace. By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities. What Happens Next? Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.

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