Senior Software Developer

About The Company

Wills Consultants is a reputable and independent recruitment consultancy specializing in engineering, finance, and office professionals. With a strong network of clients ranging from dynamic SMEs to well-established national and international PLCs, Wills Consultants is committed to connecting talented individuals with leading organizations. Our focus is on providing tailored recruitment solutions that meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring the right fit for both employer and employee. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, industry expertise, and dedication to excellence, making us a trusted partner in the recruitment industry.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer to join our client's technical team supporting complex software solutions within the logistics and warehouse automation sector. This is a fully remote, permanent role based in the UK, offering an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects that have a significant impact on operational efficiency and automation. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, supporting, and maintaining critical software applications, ensuring system stability, and providing technical leadership within the team. This role requires a proactive individual with strong problem-solving skills, capable of working independently and collaboratively to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Developing and supporting commercial software applications using Java and Oracle
• Providing second-level support to troubleshoot and resolve complex customer issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance
• Leading technical investigations and root cause analysis
• Managing software fixes, patches, and releases to ensure system integrity
• Mentoring junior developers, fostering their professional growth and ensuring best coding practices are followed
• Collaborating with project managers and service account managers to align technical solutions with business needs
• Creating comprehensive technical documentation and knowledge base articles to support ongoing system improvements and knowledge sharing
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining system stability to ensure the software solutions remain robust and efficient

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of commercial software development experience
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming languages, particularly Java
• Strong background in working with relational databases such as Oracle or SQL
• Familiarity with technologies like Hibernate, JUnit, JMS, and XML
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues effectively
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel as needed

Skills

• Leadership experience, whether through mentoring or managing other developers (highly desirable)
• Experience within the logistics or warehouse automation industry (advantageous but not mandatory)

Benefits

• Fully remote working for healthy work-life balance
• Permanent, full-time position with competitive salary packages up to £60,000 plus additional benefits
• Opportunities for technical leadership and professional development with avenues for career progression
• Work on complex international projects to enhance experience and exposure to diverse technological challenges
• Health insurance, pension contributions, and other perks aimed at supporting well-being and professional growth