Full Stack Web Application Developer

Join Austin Elliot Consultancy – where digital transformation meets compassion. We are a leading consultancy specialising in technical delivery and organisational transformation for the public sector. With a mission to become the supplier of choice for digital change, we tailor our solutions to fit the unique needs of our clients, focusing on empowering the people behind the technology. Our vision is to help organisations optimise their technical capabilities through the talent already within their teams. If you're passionate about making meaningful change with integrity, humility, leadership, and selflessness, we'd love for you to join us on this rewarding journeyThis is a Java-centred full-stack role, and our immediate priority is to find developers with strong Java web application development skills alongside experience of modern frontend technologies. We also welcome accomplished full-stack developers with broader technical backgrounds who have solid Java capability and are comfortable working across different technologies.What you’ll be doingDeveloping and maintaining Java-based web applications, backend services and REST APIsWorking across frontend and backend components to deliver complete, integrated solutionsDesigning and maintaining automated tests using JUnit and tools such as Playwright, Cypress, Vitest or CucumberWorking within Agile teams across planning, estimation, reviews, and retrospectivesContributing to CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices and containerised applicationsTroubleshooting defects, performance issues and operational incidentsContributing to technical documentation, engineering standards, and continuous improvementDepending on your experience, supporting technical decision-making, and mentoring junior developersWhat we’re looking forWe’re looking for a combination of the following, although we don’t expect you to have everything:Experience developing frontend and backend components of web applicationsExperience with a frontend framework such as React, Vue or AngularCommercial experience developing, integrating, and maintaining web applicationsExperience of automated unit, integration, or end-to-end testingFamiliarity with Linux-based environmentsAn understanding of version control, code reviews, and secure development practicesExperience working within Agile delivery teamsStrong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skillsA willingness to work across different technologies and continually develop your technical skillsExperience with MongoDB, GitLab, CI/CD, Docker, AWS, microservices or cloud-native development would also be advantageousWill be required to hold a higher level of clearance.You’ll help build and improve secure, scalable applications that support complex, nationally important public-sector services and the people who rely on them. You’ll work closely with other developers, architects, testers, clients and stakeholders in an Agile environment, helping us deliver high-quality, secure and maintainable applications.What we offer:Competitive salary with personal & company bonus scheme, plus business development commissionLife Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, and Group Income Protection28 days holiday (plus option to buy up to 2 extra weeks)Generous pension contributions with access to a personal financial advisorCar scheme availableHybrid and flexible working arrangementsBeautiful central Cheltenham offices with parking, flexible workspaces, and comfy lounge areasAlways-stocked fridge with drinks and snacksFun, collaborative team culture with regular social events and partiesOpportunities to grow with a generous annual training budgetAmazing long-service benefits, including extra holiday, higher pension contributions, retention bonuses, and charitable contributions.

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