Senior Java Engineer at AND Digital

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Leeds, England
Type: Full-time
Level: Senior
Posted: Apr 16, 2026

Description

AND Digital is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to join their team. This role involves developing high-quality software solutions using Java and JavaScript, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to architectural design and DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading engineering efforts, mentoring junior developers, and adhering to best practices such as TDD and SOLID principles.

Required Skills

Java
JavaScript
Test-Driven Development (TDD)
Agile Methodologies
Architecture Design
DevOps Practices
CI/CD
Documentation Writing

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Proven development experience of working as a Lead Engineer in a commercial development team
Commercial experience working with agile methodologies.
Experience of implementing architecture, DevOps, performance or security
Comfortable mentoring junior engineers and supporting Squad Leads,
Working knowledge of CI/CD practices and deployments.
Experience of writing effective documentation and knowledge sharing.
Preferred Qualifications: Strong experience in Java and comfortable with TDD (test-driven development).
Expert understanding of Java and JavaScript and wider experience in different tools and frameworks across the stack.
Ability to take clients wider business concerns into account when making technical decisions and dealing with the challenges from stakeholders.
Understanding and ownership of best practice as a Lead Engineer (e.g., TDD, SOLID, XP).
Comfortable mentoring junior engineers and supporting Squad Leads, with the attributes to provide technical guidance as the most senior engineer on a project and ensuring the development team is achieving project goals and maintaining quality standards.
Working as part of multidisciplinary teams.