Java Software Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Java Software Engineer
Bedford
£55,000-£60,000 per annum DOE
Our customer is looking for a Senior and Junior Java Software Engineer to join their team, reporting into the Principal Engineer. The successful candidate will be required to support a mixture of R&D and product development activities. You will be keen to get involved in all development areas and have a good track history in both problem solving and quality software development. Your role as a Software Engineer will involve designing, implementing, and testing java applications and system software. This will include improving existing software and developing new features. The opportunity will enable to gain knowledge of cutting-edge autonomous systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Primarily, your role will be to assist in the design, implementation, and test of Java software to support both experimental activities and product development, ensuring security and redundancy considerations are met.
- Take responsibility for a few java software modules that fit into the wider system.
- Develop unit tests for ease of test and integration of your modules.
- You will be responsible for delivery, reporting and presentation of technical work and writing and submitting any necessary documentation.
- Development of Java desktop applications and service orientated modules to support flight and simulation activities.
- Support field trials and simulation testing
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required within the grade and level of the post.
- You will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your evolving role within the company and the overall business objectives of the company. Some travel within the UK may be required.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £55,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- BEDFORD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: 255
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Java Software Engineer roles across THE ELECTRONICS GROUP LIMITED's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £55,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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