Full Stack Engineer (Backend-Focused) - SC Cleared
Location: UK Remote
Work Pattern: Full time/12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Security Clearance: must hold active SC
The Company:
At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.
The Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Engineer, with a strong emphasis on backend development, to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with Java (Spring Boot) in large-scale microservices architectures and be confident in applying test-driven development (TDD) principles. While the primary focus will be backend development, some frontend work using React and TypeScript will be required.
The successful candidate should also be proficient in containerisation (Docker), relational databases (Postgres), and modern DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Kafka and database migration tooling such as Liquibase would be highly advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices using Java (Spring Boot).
- Write high-quality, testable, and maintainable code using TDD (JUnit, Mockito, or similar frameworks).
- Develop and optimise relational database schemas in Postgres (or similar SQL databases).
- Implement containerisation strategies using Docker.
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins or similar).
- Collaborate within an Agile team, working closely with other engineers, product managers, and designers.
- Contribute to frontend development using React and TypeScript where necessary.
- Work with API specifications using Swagger (OpenAPI).
- Monitor and improve system performance, scalability, and reliability.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Strong proficiency in Java/Spring Boot
- Experience working with Postgres (or similar relational databases).
- Solid understanding of Docker and containerised deployments.
- Strong experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) using JUnit & Mockito (or similar libraries).
- Experience in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins or equivalent).
- Comfortable working in Agile teams and collaborating across disciplines.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with API specifications (Swagger/OpenAPI).
- Knowledge of Gradle for dependency management and builds.
- Familiarity with Liquibase for database migrations.
- Exposure to Kafka for event-driven architectures.
- Experience with React and TypeScript for frontend development.
Benefits:
- Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
- Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
- Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
- Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
- 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
- Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
- Participate in a generous employee referral program.
- A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
- Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
- Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:
- Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
- Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
- Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.
What Happens Next?
Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.
