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BAE Systems jobs

Java Software Engineer

£40,000 - 70,000
BAE Systems
Commercial Street, Leeds + Remote
£40,000 - 70,000
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5k+
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Product
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Regular
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Full-Time
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Language
English
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Visa sponsorship
No

Requirements

Must:
### - Strong proficiency in Java (17), JUnit (5), Spring Framework, and Spring Boot (3.x). - Ability to produce or validate project schedules and effort estimates. - Experience in team collaboration, technical discussions, and negotiation. - Familiarity with testing methodologies and frameworks. - Strong understanding of functional and non-functional requirements. - Consistent delivery of high-quality test artifacts and reports. - Willingness to reflect on and improve personal performance. ###

Responsibilities

- Enhance code coverage in Rules backend services. - Identify weaknesses in existing test suites and implement improvements. - Reduce defects found in pre-SIT environments by increasing test coverage and quality. - Execute spikes or Proof of Concept work to explore better testing methods (e.g., TestContainers and ToxiProxi). - Refactor existing code and test code to improve testability, maintainability, and readability. - Collaborate with Software Engineers to guide and assure their testing efforts. - Work with requirements owners to refine requirements for testing validation. ###

Description


At BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, we are proud to house 4,500 experts in digital, cyber, and intelligence across 10 countries. We work collaboratively to collect, connect, and understand complex data, helping governments, armed forces, and commercial businesses towards digital advantage in challenging environments. We offer a variety of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, creating an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and empowers every team member. Our benefits include a competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, and extensive health and lifestyle perks. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment processes are inclusive. If you have a disability or a health condition that may affect your performance, please discuss potential adjustments with your recruiter. Please note that some roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. All applicants will need to meet Baseline Personnel Security Standards, and higher security vetting may require a residency period of 5 to 10 years in the UK, depending on the role. We embrace Hybrid Working, allowing for flexibility in work hours and locations to ensure a balanced work-life dynamic. Our diverse workforce is crucial to our success, and we strive to cultivate a working environment that maximizes individual and organizational potential.
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