About The Company

Yolk Recruitment Ltd is a leading recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented professionals with innovative organizations across various industries. Renowned for its commitment to excellence, Yolk Recruitment specializes in delivering tailored staffing solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. The company prides itself on fostering long-term relationships, understanding industry trends, and maintaining a strong network of skilled candidates. With a focus on integrity, professionalism, and customer satisfaction, Yolk Recruitment has established itself as a trusted partner in the recruitment landscape.

About The Role

Yolk Recruitment is supporting an established and rapidly growing software business in their search for a Software Developer to join their dynamic engineering team based in Stafford. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment where innovation and teamwork drive success. The successful candidate will be involved in designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge applications primarily using Java and Spring Boot. Working within an agile framework, the developer will participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from planning and coding to testing and deployment.

This position is ideal for a developer with commercial experience in Java who thrives in team-oriented settings and is eager to enhance their technical skills. The company fosters a supportive, engineering-led culture that emphasizes continuous learning and professional growth. The role provides the chance to work on impactful projects within a modern tech environment, contributing to products that deliver real value to users.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and collaborative spirit. Essential qualifications include:

• Proven commercial experience developing software using Java
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot or extensive Java experience with exposure to similar frameworks
• Experience working within Agile development teams and methodologies
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and effective communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently within a collaborative team environment
  
  

Desirable Qualifications Include

• Experience with pair programming techniques
• Knowledge of modern software development practices, including CI/CD pipelines
• Experience working within product-focused or regulated industries such as healthcare or SaaS
  
  

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of tasks, including:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining robust applications using Java and Spring Boot frameworks
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and stakeholders, to deliver high-quality software solutions
• Participating actively in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Conducting code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards
• Supporting the continuous improvement of systems, processes, and development standards through innovation and feedback
• Engaging in pair programming and other collaborative techniques to enhance code quality and team knowledge sharing
  
  

Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its employees. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary range between £33,000 - £50,000, commensurate with experience
• Hybrid working model providing flexibility between remote and on-site work
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance
• A collaborative and supportive engineering culture that encourages innovation and continuous learning
• Opportunities for personal and professional development, including training, certifications, and career progression paths
  
  

Equal Opportunity

Yolk Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse team fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective, which ultimately contributes to the success of our organization. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and look forward to welcoming individuals from all backgrounds to our team.