Junior / Mid-Level Full Stack Developer

NEC Software Solutions

. Build and maintain software features using Java or Kotlin, Spring Boot and modern web technologies .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development using Java or Kotlin, with a strong focus on building RESTful APIs and front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Proficient in database management, CI/CD practices, and agile methodologies, while ensuring adherence to security and accessibility standards.

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Java DevelopmentKotlin DevelopmentSpring BootRESTful API DevelopmentCI/CD Pipelines

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Hard Skills

JavaKotlinSpring BootHTMLCSSJavaScriptTypeScriptReactAngularNoSQL Databases

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingOwnership

Tools & Technologies

GitJenkinsAWSAzureKubernetes

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in Computer ScienceProfessional Training

Industry Keywords

Agile DevelopmentWCAG 2.2 AASecure EnvironmentsOperational Sensitivity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularAWSAzureCloudHibernateJavaJavaScriptJenkinsKotlinKubernetesNoSQLReactSpringSpring BootSpringBootTypeScriptVue.js

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain software features using Java or Kotlin, Spring Boot and modern web technologies
Develop RESTful APIs supporting internal systems and integrations
Contribute to front-end development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular or AngularJS
Write clean, readable and maintainable code
Query, structure and manage data in relational and NoSQL databases
Perform unit, integration and functional testing
Participate in code reviews and resolve defects
Use Git, build tools and CI/CD pipelines in everyday development
Collaborate with product, QA, design, DevOps and engineering teams
Apply engineering practices across security, performance, accessibility and maintainability
Take ownership of assigned work and contribute to shared engineering best practices
Build software supporting national systems, public services and operational environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Eligible for security clearance and resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years
Must already have the right to work in the UK
Must demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK; documentary evidence required
Around 2 to 5 years of software development experience, preferably in a commercial development environment
Hands-on experience with Java or Kotlin and object-oriented programming
Exposure to Spring Boot or similar backend frameworks
Working knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases
Familiarity with Git, collaborative development workflows, CI/CD pipelines and automated delivery
Willingness to write and maintain automated tests
Ability to work in an agile team and communicate clearly
Experience or working knowledge of Spring Framework, Spring Data JPA, Hibernate or similar backend technologies
Understanding of REST APIs and service-based development
Front-end development experience using HTML, CSS and JavaScript; ideally TypeScript
Knowledge of frameworks or libraries such as React, Angular, AngularJS or Vue
Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, containers, Kubernetes and CI/CD tooling such as Jenkins, GitLab CI or GitHub Actions
Experience with or working towards WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards
Experience in secure, regulated or operationally sensitive environments
Ideally educated to degree level in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or a related technical discipline
Equivalent practical experience, professional training or relevant certifications considered
Satisfactory vetting, references and occupational health checks required; DBS check may also be required depending on the role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees, with the option to add family members at an additional cost
25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell (FTE)
4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC, with the option to increase cover at an additional cost
Group Pension Plan with employer contributions up to a maximum of 8.5%
Flexible benefits to suit individual needs
Free access to LinkedIn Learning with over 15,000 courses
Above average pension scheme
Reasonable adjustments and accessibility support during recruitment or interview process