Senior Software Engineer - Cloud Solutions - Remote

Overview

Aker Systems is a technology company focused on providing secure enterprise data platforms, primarily for national security and defence clients in the UK. The company emphasizes a collaborative and inclusive work culture.

In Short

• Lead the development of backend platforms and services.
• Work with national security and defence clients.
• Utilize commercial and open-source technologies.
• Participate in Agile team activities.
• Build and optimize Continuous Deployment pipelines.
• Maintain operational responsibility for services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Design and enhance features based on business requirements.
• Hold enhanced DV Security Clearance.
• Contribute to a culture of teamwork and problem-solving.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in cloud solutions.
• Proficient in JAVA and JVM compatible languages.
• Experience with Kafka or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with Agile DevSecOps environments.
• Knowledge of PostgreSQL, Redis, or S3.
• Good engineering practices including automated testing.
• Experience with GitHub/GitLab/Atlassian Suite.
• Test Driven Development experience.
• Experience with micro-service design patterns.
• Familiarity with Big Data technologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays).
• Company Paid Medical Insurance.
• Life Assurance (4x basic salary).
• Pension scheme.
• Perks at Work.
• Cycle Scheme.
• Tech Scheme.
• Season Ticket Loan.
• Voluntary benefits including Dental Insurance and Virtual GP.