Job Description
Company Description
Version 1 has celebrated over 26 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1.
We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2026 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2026, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2026 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2026.
As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally.
Job Description
Java has been a key technology throughout our company's history, and our Java Practice has been responsible for delivering some of the largest eGovernment systems as well as business-critical solutions to the utilities and financial services sectors across a wide range of platforms, operating systems, open-source components and databases.
Version 1 utilises best of breed Java toolsets - focused on MicroServices Architectures, powerful front- and backend frameworks, RESTful services, and everything from NoSQL databases like MongoDB and Hadoop, high-performance data grids like HazelCast to multi-node relational systems.
You will be working in a Scrum Team of cross-functional skills in tight collaboration practising Agile. You will be contributing to real decisions about technology to create maintainable solutions for our customers and participating in a highly collaborative group of software engineering professionals. Learning, developing your skills and becoming a rounded Developer in the process.
You will develop software to meet our client's user needs using Java in the Cloud, follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines.
This role involves working for government clients so all candidates need to either hold SC Clearance or be SC Eligible
Qualifications
Things we are looking out for:
• Strong Java development and Unit Testing experience
• Experience developing fully functioning Java applications based on Spring/SpringBoot framework
• Scaling, and management using Kubernetes, and Terraform, both in the cloud (AWS, Azure or GCP)
• Front End development knowledge/ experience in Angular, React, Node or JavaScript
• Experience in Agile delivery with knowledge of CI/CD, building pipelines, testing and architecture
• Appetite to work with emerging AI technologies
• SC Eligible
Additional Information
Why Version 1?
At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.
• Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits.
• Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.
• Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance.
• Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.
• Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies.
• Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
• Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platform.
• Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.
And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.
Version 1 has celebrated over 26 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1.
We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2026 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2026, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2026 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2026.
As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally.
Job Description
Java has been a key technology throughout our company's history, and our Java Practice has been responsible for delivering some of the largest eGovernment systems as well as business-critical solutions to the utilities and financial services sectors across a wide range of platforms, operating systems, open-source components and databases.
Version 1 utilises best of breed Java toolsets - focused on MicroServices Architectures, powerful front- and backend frameworks, RESTful services, and everything from NoSQL databases like MongoDB and Hadoop, high-performance data grids like HazelCast to multi-node relational systems.
You will be working in a Scrum Team of cross-functional skills in tight collaboration practising Agile. You will be contributing to real decisions about technology to create maintainable solutions for our customers and participating in a highly collaborative group of software engineering professionals. Learning, developing your skills and becoming a rounded Developer in the process.
You will develop software to meet our client's user needs using Java in the Cloud, follow best practice guidelines and help to improve those guidelines.
This role involves working for government clients so all candidates need to either hold SC Clearance or be SC Eligible
Qualifications
Things we are looking out for:
• Strong Java development and Unit Testing experience
• Experience developing fully functioning Java applications based on Spring/SpringBoot framework
• Scaling, and management using Kubernetes, and Terraform, both in the cloud (AWS, Azure or GCP)
• Front End development knowledge/ experience in Angular, React, Node or JavaScript
• Experience in Agile delivery with knowledge of CI/CD, building pipelines, testing and architecture
• Appetite to work with emerging AI technologies
• SC Eligible
Additional Information
Why Version 1?
At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.
• Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits.
• Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.
• Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance.
• Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.
• Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies.
• Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
• Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & ‘Call-Out’ platform.
• Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.
And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Full Stack Java Developer position is now open for candidates interested in the Software Developer Jobs sector. This role in Edinburgh offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Software Developer Jobs is a plus.
