Summary
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Design, build, test, deploy, and monitor end-to-end features across high-throughput Java backend services and modern web applications. You will develop robust RESTful APIs, create responsive and accessible interfaces, write maintainable code, and collaborate with product, design, QA, and platform specialists in an Agile environment.
Highlights
Own features end to end across high-throughput backend services and modern web interfaces. The role combines Java backend engineering, frontend development, API design, testing, deployment, monitoring, and close collaboration with product, design, QA, and platform teams.
Description
As a Full Stack Software Engineer at Callsign, you will design, build, and maintain end-to-end features spanning our high-throughput Java backend services and modern web interfaces.
You'll work in an Agile, collaborative environment alongside Product, Experience Engineers and QA to deliver secure, scalable, and intuitive digital experiences.
You will take ownership of features from architectural design through implementation, testing, deployment, and operational monitoring.
What You'll Do
Design, build, and maintain scalable Java-based backend services and modern frontend web applicationsDevelop robust RESTful APIs and integrate frontend interfaces seamlessly with backend systemsBuild responsive, accessible, and performant user interfaces using modern web frameworksWrite clean, testable, and maintainable code across the full stack following engineering best practicesCollaborate closely with Product Managers, UX/UI Designers, QA, and platform teams to translate user requirements into technical solutionsParticipate in peer code reviews, contribute to architectural discussions, and proactively address technical debtSupport deployment pipelines, troubleshoot production issues across frontend and backend layers, and drive continuous improvement
Requirements
3-6 years of commercial full-stack software development experienceStrong backend expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful API design; gRPC experience is a plusHands-on frontend experience with modern JavaScript or TypeScript frameworks, preferably React.
Commercial experience with Vue.js or Angular is also welcomeProficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3/SCSS, and responsive UI designWorking knowledge of frontend build tools and package managers such as Vite, Webpack, npm, or yarnSolid experience with relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, and SQL query writingStrong understanding of OOP fundamentals, SOLID principles, and data structures and algorithmsFamiliarity with testing frameworks across the stack, such as JUnit, Mockito, Jest, React Testing Library, or CypressFamiliarity with Docker, Linux environments, and CI/CD pipelinesExposure to microservices architectureAwareness of secure coding practices including OWASP Top 10, XSS, CSRF prevention, and secure authentication/token managementStrong communication, analytical thinking, and collaboration skills
Good to have :
Experience with Java 17 and Spring WebFlux with Project Reactor, or Java 21+ Virtual ThreadsProduction experience with NoSQL systems such as DynamoDBProduction experience with TypeScript and modern frontend state management such as Redux Toolkit or ZustandFamiliarity with design systems, component libraries, and tools like Storybook or FigmaProduction experience with microservices architecture, distributed caching with Redis, and event streaming with KafkaFamiliarity with container orchestration, Kubernetes, Helm, and cloud platforms such as AWS or GCPFamiliarity with observability and monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry, or Elastic StackBasic understanding of web accessibility and web performance optimisation
Benefits
Pension scheme with Scottish Widows
Private medical cover with Vitality
Life assurance (4x base salary)
Personal Learning & Development Budget
Cycle to Work Scheme
Company Family Leave
25 days annual leave plus Callsign Bank Holiday
Employee Volunteering Program
