Junior Java Engineer

Junior Java Developer
Hybrid - London
Our talented people are creating the technology of the future

From scheduling to maintenance to keeping people safe, 2.7 million people are helped by our software daily. Technology makes it possible; people make it happen and you could be part of that. 

The Tracsis Group has grown rapidly, diversifying into related transport technologies, and successfully executing a strategy that has seen it make a total of seventeen acquisitions. 

Today Tracsis is a leading provider of software, hardware, data analytics/GIS and services for the rail, traffic data and wider transport industries. The Group has c.550 permanent employees serving its growing customer base from offices in the UK, Ireland and the US. 

The Role

The Tracsis group are building prestigious solutions within the rail industry. Projects include the Oyster project for National Rail, Rail Data Distribution, Smart Ticketing, Journey Planning, Rail Routing, Delay Repay Automation and Rail Staff Travel Management.

We are looking for a Junior Java Developer to join our team here in central London. You will have an opportunity to gain a deep understanding and shape the design and delivery of systems that enable travel across the country which impact on approximately 2.7 million people daily. The role will be diverse and the successful candidate will have some opportunity to direct the scope of the role to suit their talents.

What you will do 

• Java Development, including JEE/Jakarta code running within Application Servers
• Development of server and serverless back office Restful Json Web Services
• Software Deployment – Using change management, continuous integration and automated testing to ensure delivery of a quality solution.
• Cloud infrastructure - Solutions are deployed to Amazon Web Services cloud infrastructure using facilities such as auto scaling and load balancing to provide both performance and resilience.
• Database Development – Design and usage of SQL based databases to deliver high performance replicated services to our clients.
• Supporting service team during Technical Investigations.
• Building RESTful browser based applications using the Angular web framework to communicate with a JSON / web services middle tier.

You will:

• Have a Computer Science degree or equivalent qualification.
• Have an understanding of developing Java applications either stand alone or within a web based application.
• Be a creative developer with a genuine love for technology
• Be a problem solver, inquisitive and driven to find the solution to problems

Desirable: 

• JEE/Jakarta knowledge
• Python
• Maven
• GIT
• Linux environment / command line experience
• AWS (any of CloudFormation, EC2, RDS, SQS, SNS, Lambdas, API Gateway, etc)

Our Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• A highly collaborative and supportive environment where innovation, fresh ideas and creative solutions are encouraged and shared.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive salary
• Udemy Licence- L&D opportunities
• Bupa Medical Health care
• Life assurance - 3x basic salary
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• 2 volunteering days per year

Next Steps

Our TA team are committed to responding to all candidates within a reasonable timeframe. 

The process: 

1. Call with our Talent Acquisition Team
2. 1 hour CV and Technical based interview

Our process is designed for us to understand your skills and experience and to give you the opportunity to find out more about the role, as well as the company.  

We are committed to building a diverse workforce. Even if you do not tick all the boxes, we would still love to hear from you!

If you require any adjustments or additional support during the application and interview process do not hesitate to get in touch.