i2 Group, a Harris Computer company, are seeking a skilled Backend Developer to help us enhance our i2 products and services, which are used around the world by national security, law enforcement, military, and commercial organisations.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining new capability to an existing large customer base. If you are passionate about creating efficient and scalable solutions, have a strong command of backend technologies, and are eager to collaborate within a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

This permanent position will be performed on a remote basis with a requirement to visit the i2 Office in Cambridge, UK as and when there is a business need to do so (circa 2 days per month).

The Position

In performing this role, your core duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

Working closely with product architects, designers, and other developers to analyze project requirements, and define project scope, goals, and timelines
Designing, developing, testing and deploying web applications using Python and Java
Ensuring seamless integration of user-facing elements with backend services for maximum performance and responsiveness
Designing and developing server-side logic using Python, Java and related frameworks.
Implementing efficient algorithms and data structures to optimize application performance
Deploying applications to various hosting environments, ensuring proper configuration and performance optimisation

What we are looking for

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
Proven experience of backend development using Python (FastAPI) in commercial applications
Solid understanding in Java software design and implementation
Knowledge of web service architectures
Knowledge of data storage solutions, including relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL MS SQL).
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization (e.g., Docker) is a plus
Knowledge of DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) is desirable
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

About i2 

Our intelligence analysis software tools help analysts transform data real-time enabling customers to better leverage data and to detect, disrupt and defeat sophisticated threats. Customers are better able to track critical missions across law enforcement, fraud and financial crime, military defense and national security. http://i2group.com 

As a Harris Computer company, we strive to create a respectful and united environment where all members of our globally diverse community are empowered and have equitable opportunities to succeed. 

Benefits

Harris offer an extremely competitive UK employee benefits programme. 5 Personal Days leave entitlement are granted over and above the standard 25 days holiday and Bank Holidays. Harris also offers all UK employees an annual Lifestyle Reward amounting to £325 per annum/pro rata.

Supporting your application

Our recruitment process will comprise of interviews and, at times, a written exercise an assessment day and/or a presentation. As an equal opportunities employer, we want to make sure we do all we can to make this a positive experience for you. If your application is progressed, please make us aware of any adjustments or additional support we can provide you with.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £60,000.00-£80,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cambridge CB1 3HD

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