Junior Java Developer (Graduate Level)

Company: Shivom

Location: Brentford/London

Job Type: FULL TIME

Workplace: HYBRID

Experience: JUNIOR

Salary: GBP 40000 -40000 / year

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Job Description

We’re seeking an early-career Java Developer to join our dynamic engineering team. This opportunity is well-suited to a recent graduate or junior professional looking to build practical experience working on real-world software solutions. You’ll collaborate closely with experienced developers to deliver, enhance, and support Java-based systems in a supportive, team-focused environment. Please note: applicants must be eligible for and willing to obtain SC/DV security clearance. What You’ll Be Doing Build, enhance, and maintain applications developed in Java. Partner with senior engineers to deliver new features and system improvements. Take part in peer code reviews to ensure quality and consistency. Investigate and resolve defects, performance issues, and bugs. Produce clear, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices. Contribute to technical documentation and user guidance materials. Continuously develop your knowledge of modern tools, frameworks, and development practices.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related subject. Foundational knowledge of Java and object-oriented development concepts. Exposure to frameworks such as Spring or Hibernate (or similar). Basic understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is beneficial. Familiarity with SQL and relational databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL. Awareness of version control tools such as Git or SVN. Strong analytical mindset with good attention to detail. Good interpersonal and communication skills. A proactive attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow. Desirable Experience Awareness of REST APIs and web services. Understanding of Agile delivery environments (e.g., Scrum). Familiarity with build tools such as Maven or Gradle, and CI/CD workflows. Exposure to front-end libraries or frameworks (e.g., Angular or React) is an advantage. Any relevant Java or software development certifications are a plus.

Benefits

Pension scheme Company-sponsored events Access to on-site gym facilities

About the Company

Shivom

Location: Brentford, Middlesex

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Shivom Consultancy Limited is a dynamic and forward-thinking UK-based IT consultancy, widely recognised for delivering high-value technology services across both public and private sectors. Since its establishment in 2003, Shivom has become a trusted partner for organisations navigating complex digital transformation journeys. As a national provider of information technology solutions, Shivom offers deep expertise across Enterprise Architecture and Solution Design, Cloud Hosting and Migration, Data Engineering, Business Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence, and Application Development and Support. We pride ourselves on combining technical excellence with strong business acumen, enabling our clients to unlock value from their technology investments while maintaining operational resilience. Our approach is rooted in a deep understanding of enterprise environments, legacy modernisation, and cloud-native solutions, ensuring that our services are not only cutting-edge but also pragmatic and sustainable. Shivom’s consultants are highly skilled professionals, many of whom operate in high-security environments and hold SC or DV clearance, allowing us to support sensitive government and critical national infrastructure programmes with confidence and discretion.