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Backend Java Engineer

Beyond Sports
Basingstoke£44k–61k/yrHybrid
Employment
Full-time

About the role

Software Engineer (Java)

Are you passionate about building software solutions that engage millions of sports fans worldwide? Do you want to work in a collaborative environment, building cutting-edge technology that powers web and native applications across the sports industry? If so, we want to hear from you!

At Beyond Sports, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional products across multiple platforms, providing real-time sports data and engaging fan experiences. We’re looking for a talented Software Engineer (Java) to join our growing team and help us continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Back-end Development: Write high-quality Java code that is clean, efficient, and maintainable. Ensure code is easily understandable and extendable by other team members.

  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to design, build, and deploy solutions that meet the needs of both internal and external stakeholders.

  • Progress Tracking: Regularly update the project team on progress and challenges, ensuring that tasks are completed within the given timelines.

  • Code Management: Manage code releases across environments (Dev, Test) to ensure smooth deployments.

  • Continuous Learning: Enhance your skills across Java Development, staying up-to-date with new techniques and technologies to help you grow into an expert.

  • Documentation: Write and maintain clear documentation for code and solutions to ensure easy understanding for the wider team.

Key Skills & Experience:

  • Expert Knowledge of Java 17+ (Essential)

  • Competence with:

  • Spring Boot & Spring 5

  • JPA/Hibernate

  • RESTful APIs

  • SQL

  • Git & code management

  • JIRA for task management

  • Unit testing and test-driven development

Understanding of:

  • Microservice Architecture

  • AWS products & services

  • Docker & Kubernetes

  • Front-end basics (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

  • Maven & Continuous Integration practices

  • Linux operating systems

What You’ll Bring:

  • A passion for clean, well-tested, and scalable code

  • Strong problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented approach to software development

  • Excellent communication skills, both technical and creative

  • A proactive attitude and the ability to work well in a collaborative, agile environment

  • A desire to continuously develop your skills and expertise in Java Development

Why Join Beyond Sports?

  • Innovative Work: Work on exciting projects that power real-time sports data and fan experiences worldwide.

  • Collaborative Culture: Join a team where your ideas matter, and knowledge sharing is part of our DNA.

  • Career Growth: Develop your technical expertise and grow your career in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

  • Impactful Work: Your work will be seen by millions of sports fans across the globe.

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