Senior Java Developer

Senior Software Developer Location: Manchester (Spinningfields) - Hybrid (2 days onsite per week) Salary: £60k-£80k Level: Senior Tech Stack: AWS, Java, TypeScript, Vue.js (Backend leaning) About the Role The client is seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer to join a collaborative, forward‑thinking engineering organisation. The successful candidate will work within multi‑disciplinary, full‑stack squads alongside product managers, designers, and fellow engineers. This is a hands-on role covering the full software development lifecycle-from design and implementation to testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance. The engineering environment embraces AI‑enabled development practices using tools such as GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to enhance delivery speed, quality, and innovation. Candidates excited about leveraging modern engineering and AI tooling will thrive here. Key Responsibilities Lead feature development and contribute to technical strategy within the team Collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver high‑impact user features Write clean, maintainable code using Java, TypeScript, JavaScript, AWS, and Vue.js Champion engineering best practices, including TDD, pairing, mob programming, and continuous delivery Embed security considerations throughout the development process Debug, optimise, and maintain a high‑performance codebase Stay informed about emerging engineering trends and bring fresh ideas Mentor colleagues and support capability growth across the team About You Proven experience as a software engineer with strong Java skills; experience with TypeScript and JavaScript is advantageous Solid understanding of software architecture and design patterns Passion for agile development and delivering user value at pace Experience with end‑to‑end testing and Git-based version control Comfortable using AI coding assistants to boost productivity Collaborative, open-minded, and passionate about continuous improvement Working Environment & Culture Hybrid working: two days in the Manchester office, with flexibility the rest of the week A supportive, inclusive team culture where every voice is valued Regular opportunities for professional development, including dedicated learning time, LinkedIn Learning access, and conference attendance Community-focused environment with hack days, team socials, and annual product & tech events Clear progression pathways and opportunities to explore roles across teams Rewards & Benefits 27 days annual leave (rising to 30) plus bank holidays Annual bonus Pension with up to 6% employer contribution Enhanced shared parental leave (6 months fully paid for both parents) Work-from-anywhere scheme for up to 2 weeks per year Access to mental health platforms, financial coaching, and wellbeing supportAdecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you