Java Software Engineer

Summary of Role Main Duties ? Raytheon UK is seeking a Software Engineer to join a software engineering team in our Defence Intelligence Services (DIS). The role will be to develop and deliver a wide range of mission critical applications to our Defence and Intelligence Customers. ? Design and develop product functionality, user interfaces and performance improvements. ? Investigate product issues and develop solutions including Defect Resolution. ? Develop test plans and methodologies to ensure products meet Raytheon quality standards. ? Support Customer and advise on product functionality and contribute to the continuous innovation of new products and services ? Document solutions and designs. Candidate Requirements Essential ? Demonstrate ability to undertake Java application development. ? The successful applicants must be eligible & willing to obtain a SC clearance with the view to progressing to DV level which would be sponsored by Raytheon UK. Key Behaviours ? Good interpersonal skills for Customer liaison ? Good written and oral communication skills ? Good time management, organization and prioritization skills ? An inquisitive mind and a desire to promote innovation ? A desire to learn and constantly expand your horizons ? Ability to work closely with others in a small team ? Ability to work under pressure ? High degree of initiative and flexibility ? Willingness to travel if required Desirable ? Java EE ? HTML5 / CSS3 / JSF / PrimeFaces ? Spring, SpringBoot, Hibernate, JPA ? SQL (Oracle) ? Rest WebServices ? Linux ? JIRA / BitBucket / Confluence / Jenkins ? Docker ? Apache Camel ? ElasticSearch, SOLR ? VMWare ? Rabbit MQ Messaging About Raytheon Raytheon UK is a subsidiary of Raytheon Company. We are a prime contractor and major supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence and have developed strong capabilities in mission systems integration in defence, National & Cyber security and commercial markets. Raytheon UK also designs, develops and manufactures a range of high-technology electronic systems and software solutions at its facilities in Harlow, Glenrothes, Gloucester, Manchester Waddington and Broughton. Raytheon Company, with 2017 sales of $25 billion and 64,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 95 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5ITM products and services, sensing, effects, and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. Raytheon Career Development Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role. Standard Benefits ? 25 days holiday statutory holidays ? Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) ? 6 times salary ‘Life Assurance’ ? Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice scheme’s ? Enhanced sick pay scheme ? Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental leave. ? 37 hour working week with an early finish Friday. Flexible working arrangements may be considered depending on the role and subject to line manager approval. ? Canteen facilities available at Harlow and Glenrothes sites with free snacks and drinks (hot and cold) available at others Diversity Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success. Raytheon UK pro-actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Raytheon Women's Network, YesNet (Young Employees Success Network), D&I counsel and Reservist Network which all Raytheon employees are welcome to participate in. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89953355