Regular/Senior Java Engineer
(Wroclaw)
Job purpose
To work on designated software development projects, with an emphasis on writing robust, effective code, and developing, maintaining, deploying and supporting high-quality software systems. To take an active role in supporting business needs and meeting organisational objectives, as part of the Ocado Technology team.
Ocado Technology is responsible for the design and development of almost all the software that runs our business. The team solves challenging problems through the application of creative software systems and regularly takes on large complex software development projects.
Key Customers
Team members, Internal clients, Vendors as required
Wymagania
Roles & Responsibilities
Participate effectively in all aspects of software development process including:Software construction (coding), Requirements analysis, Software and data design, Development and execution of application tests including unit, integration, system, regression and performance; Deployment of production ready code; Investigation and resolution of production issues; Performance tuning; Maintenance and support of existing systems; Code review and change control; Ad hoc reporting and analysis;Research, development & optimisation
Support production systems as required
Mentor Junior Developers and take an active role in their development
Work closely with team leaders to set technical direction within the team and to ensure software developed is of a consistently high standard, cohesive and meets business objectives
Attend regular meetings to report on progress and share ideas
Reporting and management upwards to Team Leader and technology management so they are well informed of the work currently in development
Actively contribute to the process of continual improvement, with regard to self, team and systems
Ensure that all software developed satisfies all business requirements as specified and adheres to all development standards, policies and procedures. In particular, that all code is developed in line with Ocado security best practice guidelines
Be prepared to work on different projects and/or rotate through teams according to business needs and/or agreed development objectives
Assisting all team leaders to ensue projects are accurately estimated and delivered to schedule
Working closely with Team Leader on issues related to requirements and design
PRIMARY TECHNOLOGIES:
Java (J2SE, J2EE)
Spring, Guice, JMS
WebServices (Jersey)
ADDITIONAL LANGUAGES
Scala
WEB TECHNOLOGIES
AngularJS, BackboneJS, Bootstrap, HTML5, JavaScript, JSP, Struts/Spring, GWT 2, GXI 2.2, GWT Platform
SCRIPTING LANGUAGES
Python, Unix Shell
DATABASE
SQL: Oracle, ProgresSQL
NoSQL: DynamoDB, Google Cloud Datastore
SERVER
Apache Tomcat, Oracle Glassfish, Active MQ
DEVELOPMENT TOOLS
InteliJ, Eclipse, Netbeans, Toad, Version Control – Mercurial, Hudson
PLATFORMS:
Amazon Web Services
Google App Engine
Apache Hadoop
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
ESSENTIAL
Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or similar technical degree
Demonstrable Java programming ability with in-depth understanding of underpinning techniques
Experience in the full Software Development life-cycle from design to deployment
Understanding of databases
DESIRABLE
Knowledge of SCRUM or other Agile methodologies
Proven ability of tackling challenging projects
Masters or other postgraduate qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Technical Excellence : demonstrates intellectual rigour, possesses relevant abilities & is able to pick up new skills quickly
Innovation & Problem Solving: able to solve complex problems, participates in continuous improvement, adapts the ideas of others
Productivity, Drive & Achievement: proactive approach, gets things done, demonstrates accountability & ownership, prioritises own workload
Business awareness: ability to apply learned skills, awareness beyond immediate area/role
Adaptability: working under pressure, flexible, positive & focused during times of change
Communication & Impact: strong verbal and written communication in English and Polish. Robust interaction with internal clients
Teamwork: works well with others & actively contributes towards team objectives
Benefits
Permanent Contract
Multi Sport Card
Medical Insurance
Life assurance
Lunch Vouchers
Training and Development opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ocado are an equal opportunities employer and as such make every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, disability or union membership status.