Java / Spark Developer (Belfast)

Java DeveloperPermanent - Belfast CityHybrid 60/40FPSG's client is a rapidly growing Global Technology Consultancy. They have a reputation of making a difference, spinning up bespoke teams, with autonomy and creativity, embedded in market leading organisation. This particular squad environment needs strong software engineer with excellent bigdata awareness. Skills required - core Java, Apache Spark, strong database skills and the ability to adapt to improve.To progress in this role candidates must be able to demonstrate their abilities through participating in several major projects, delivering on complex Core Java development with Spark where Big Data / enterprise data sets are involved.Role ResponsibilitiesThis role will appeal to software engineering enthusiasts that are committed to all areas of the development cycle. As the projects are a mix of Brown and Green Field, candidates must have the ability to flex across tool choice, design patterns etc. All engineers will have an opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement through a collaborative agile development approach.The post is not prescriptive, and all development will follow an iterative fashion and engagement with various stakeholders; Business Analysts, Product Owners, Users etc.Person SpecificationStrong Core Java concepts / Java server-side developmentDemonstrable experience in Spring, Spring Boot and HibernateFamiliarity with Big Data conceptsA demonstrable working knowledge of Apache Spark is required for this post.Familiar with CI / CD, Agile, SCRUM environmentsAdvanced SQL/MySQL database knowledgeFamiliarity with processing Frameworks and tools Apache Spark, Hadoop, Apache Hive, KafkaA practical working knowledge of large-scale Finance or FS Risk Technology **NB - Please note the working pattern is circa 3 days a week in Belfast City Centre, therefore candidates will be expected to live in a direct commutable distance. Candidates who are open to relocation may be considered but relocation support is not available.**NB - The availability of Visa sponsorship is restricted, candidate outside of the country cannot be considered at this time.RewardIn return our client offer upper quartile salaries and an extensive benefits package. They have a track record of committing to the personal, technical and career development of all staff. They have a reputation for working with the best technologists and enhancing existing technical skills offering genuine career progression.Next StepsPlease submit suitably qualified CV's in the first instanceTechnical ReferencesJava Development, Java Software Engineer, Java, JEE, J2EE, SQL, SQL Server, MySQL, Sybase, Linux, multithreading, concurrency, low-latency, CI, Continuous Improvement, Object Orientated Analysis, Object Orientated Design, Object Orientated Programming, Big Data, Spark, Apache Spark, Hadoop, Apache Hive, Kafka, BigData, Spring, Spring Boot, HibernateWe are Disability Confident and neurodiverse aware. If you have a disability, please tell us if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or with your recruitment process