Overview

Join to apply for the Java Developer role at Handelsbanken.

Main Responsibilities

• Use their own initiative to work with Senior Java Development, UI/UX Development and Agile Transformation to help shape, architect and deliver greenfield/brownfield/integration applications employing best design and development practice.
• Positively effective at systems analysis, solving technical problems and development excellence given the constraints of the Bank’s environment.
• Follow cross-functional development best practice, including but not restricted to, Functional and Non-Functional Analysis, Application Architecture, Design, Coding and Unit Testing, Technical Documentation, Functional and Non-Functional Testing (Manual & Automated), Continuous Integration/Testing/Delivery.
• Be able to function in a culture of Agile Development (Scrum/Kanban, Amigos, Estimating, Planning, Sprints, Demos, Retrospectives).
• Be able to write Agile Epics/Stories using techniques such as BDD/Gherkin.
• Be Delivery-focused rather than Task-focused.
• Continuously seek to improve on Velocity, Lead/Cycle Time, Quality and Process.
• Document solutions with visual impact (e.g. Visio & PowerPoint over Word).
• Estimating, planning, managing tasks and reporting on progress.
• Work with the Atlassian suite of Tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, BitBucket) for tracking progress and KPI monitoring.
• Build and maintain good close relationships with Stakeholders at all levels (Management, Business, Legacy Developers, QAs, Infrastructure, IT Security).

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

• Professional experience in a Software Product / IT Development sphere.
• Demonstrate server-side software coding maturity using Java 11+ with knowledge of SQL (DB2 / SQL Server / Postgres preferred).
• Demonstrate excellent use of Design Patterns / Micro Services/ RESTful APIs.
• Basic capability in UI Development using advanced JavaScript (React and Node.js preferred) HTML, CSS.
• Working in a Technical Agile environment (e.g. Build tools, Static/Dynamic code analysis, CI/CD e.g. Jenkins/TeamCity).
• Relevant educational qualifications.
• Self-motivation and tenacity to push new ideas through whilst respect for others’ input.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; be approachable, personable and proactive; able to express independent views respectfully.
• Knowledge of Client-Side development using React/Node.js JavaScript, HTML, CSS is a bonus.
• Knowledge of Elastic ELK stack is a bonus.
• Knowledge of Container platforms (e.g. Docker/Kubernetes) is a bonus.
• Knowledge of Test Automation tools like Cucumber/Selenium is a bonus.
• Knowledge of IBM i (IBMi RPG) and IBM DB2 is a bonus.

Company Information

Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products. The Bank is committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all activities and aims to be an inclusive, welcoming place to work.

What is in it for you?

• Wide range of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance.
• Market-leading pension contribution (15%) with a broad range of funds.

Application steps

Your journey with us begins once you have submitted your application. A Handelsbanken recruiter will review your details and may arrange a phone conversation if you match the role requirements. If there is a mutual fit, you will be invited to an interview. There will be a combination of technical and competency-based interviews. Our Talent Acquisition team can provide support for interview preparation or accessibility needs by emailing uk_talent@careers.handelsbanken.co.uk.

This advert will be live for a minimum of two weeks; the closing date could change depending on responses.