Job Description

About you

Are you an

experienced Java developer

ready to tackle complex challenges and build high-quality software? We're looking for a proactive and passionate individual to help us shape the future of pension technology.

At Heywood, we're at the forefront of innovation in the pensions industry, and your expertise will be crucial in leading our development efforts.

We're looking for someone who:

Takes initiative

and drives ideas from conception through to successful execution

Inspires others

with their enthusiasm and passion for technology Is a strong

advocate for Agile and XP practices

, including Test-Driven Development and pair programming Possesses

excellent technical and interpersonal skills

Is eager to

share insights and collaborate

with their team and the broader business Is

inquisitive

and willing to challenge the status quo to help us keep improving
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

The role

Ready for a role where your expertise truly makes an impact? Heywood offers the stability and growth of an established leader with the agility of a team where your contributions are highly visible and valued. We're not just building software; we're building the future of pension technology, and we want you to be a key part of it.

What you'll do

As a vital member of one of our

Scrum teams

, you'll be instrumental in shaping and delivering innovative features and products for our growing customer base. This means:

Driving solutions

: You'll help us design and implement new features that address customer needs

Collaborating and growing

: You'll work closely with talented individuals, including product experts, UX Designers and Test Analysts, and even engage directly with our customers. You'll also mentor and learn from your teammates, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and shared knowledge.

What we're looking for

Solid Java skills

are essential

but we're looking for more than just great coders. Whether you're a seasoned leader or ready to take that next step in your career, we want individuals who are keen to:

Take initiative

and step up to complex technical challenges Contribute to the

professional growth

of their team through collaboration and knowledge sharing

Be inquisitive

and passionate about finding better ways to work.

Our tech stack & culture

We believe in using the right tool for the job. While our

flagship platform is Java

-based, we value adaptable engineers who enjoy learning and contributing across various technologies. This could involve:

Deepening your expertise

in Java and related frameworks

Exploring front-end development

with technologies like React and TypeScript Working with

AWS services

to build scalable and robust serverless solutions.
We embrace modern engineering practices such as

pair programming

,

automated testing

, and

continuous integration

. Our toolbox includes Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker, Chef, and Vagrant. Our culture champions experimentation and continuous improvement, and we'll empower you to explore new technologies, frameworks, and ways of working that push us forward.

What will set you apart

Experience in any of the following areas would be a bonus:

DevOps and Infrastructure as Code

: Tools like Chef, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Terraform, or Terragrunt

Cloud-Native Development

: Designing, developing, and operating serverless applications on AWS.

About Us

Heywood combines a passion for software with Agile methodologies to create modern software and data solutions and services for businesses, pension providers and third parties that help transform how their members and customers manage their lifelong financial journeys.

Working for an expanding established market leader, you will have a real voice to influence our evolution. Continued learning and progression is ingrained in our daily life, encouraged through a variety of forums from e-learning subscriptions and a down-tools day ("Hive Day") and communities of practice for learning and experimentation. Our open culture encourages wide participation and innovation.

We also reward our hard work through regular socials, organised by our people. Socials events include fiercely competitive bake-offs, Pride month office parties, sporting events, games nights and much more!

We are committed to a hybrid working model, combining remote and office based working.

Discover more at https://www.heywood.co.uk/careers

EDI statement

As an equal opportunities' employer, Heywood is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Heywood.

Legal stuff

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 60,000.00-70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free flu jabs Life insurance Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Altrincham WA14