Java Developer

As a Java focused Software Developer, you’ll enjoy delivering mission critical solutions to National Security customers whilst mentoring, guiding & developing the next generation of talent. This isn’t developing solutions that complete financial transactions faster, you’ll develop cutting edge products that protect people, platforms, missions and information against constantly changing threats.

You’re a Java Software Developer that enjoys developing novel products at enterprise level; leading, innovating and inventing by bringing the physical and digital together. It’ll involve consulting with customers, defining strategy and understanding how to apply emerging technologies.

Roke are a leading technology & engineering company with clients spanning National Security, Defence and Industry 4.0 through our Futures business. You will work alongside our customers to solve their complex and unique challenges.

As our next Java Software Developer, you’ll be delivering imaginative solutions in mission critical environments; making the extraordinary everyday.

The Key Requirements...

1. Experience working with some of the following programming languages and frameworks suitable for Java development such as: Spring Framework application development, J2EE, WildFly/JBOSS, maven, gradle, JPA, K6, AWS Lambda SnapStart, Quarkus or Micronaut.
2. An understanding of the relevant architectural styles e.g. micro service architecture, REST, websockets or SOAP.
3. Able to perform Version Control using tools & techniques such as Git, Gitlab, Mercurial, SVN or Git Flow.
4. Enterprise Java development tooling experience such as: VSCode, Eclips IDE or Jakarta EE.

Built on a 60-year heritage, Roke offers specialist knowledge in sensors, communications, cyber, and AI. We change the way organisations think and act – through dynamic insights from the analysis of multiple layers of data. We take care of the innovative, technical stuff that keeps everyone safe – that’s our mission, passion, and motivation.

Joining a team united by purpose and ambition, you’ll be at the heart of an exciting growth journey: we intend to double our headcount by 2027. At Roke, every individual counts. We push technical boundaries, together. We re-invest in product innovation, and we empower our people to make a difference.

You will build novel solutions to complex problems in a diverse and welcoming culture where you have a voice. You will innovate and invent, working on projects that make a difference to the world.

Where you’ll work…
You’ll find our Gloucester site in a business park two minutes from junction 11A of the M5; The site allows easy access to our local customer base. Set on the outskirts of the Cotswolds, you are never far from a picturesque view or lunch time walk.

The Benefits and Perks...

1. Flexi-time: Working hours to suit you and your life.
2. Annual bonus: Based on profit share and personal performance.
3. Private medical insurance: Includes cover for existing conditions.
4. Holiday: You'll receive competitive annual leave plus bank holidays. We also offer the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave.
5. Chemring Share Save: Monthly savings into a 3 or 5 year plan.

Clearances…
Due to the nature of this role, we require you to be eligible to achieve DV clearance. As a result, you should be a British Citizen and have resided in the U.K. for the last 10 years.

The Next Step...
Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.