Junior Java Developer (hybrid or remote)

• About Us

   

  At Allstate Northern Ireland, we believe it’s more than just a job.  We believe in allowing our people to choose the direction of their careers.  It’s about you, your future and where you want to get to.

   

  Opportunity is the hallmark of the Allstate career experience.  We invest heavily in our employees, offering long term career development, personal growth and investment in new technologies.  Every day is different, with new ideas, challenges, and rewards — no matter which team you join.

   

  We believe that inclusive diversity is crucial to creating a culture of mutual respect where the strengths and talents of each individual are recognised.  We like to leave things better than we found them and deliver results.  We do all of this while having fun and exploring personal passions.

   

  Join our team and you’ll find challenge and reward in a culture of innovation, support and balance.

   

   

  Location

   

  Belfast/ Derry – Londonderry/ Strabane

   

  Your role in the team

   

  We are pleased to announce a new role for a Software Developer within Data and Intelligent Systems (D&IS).

   

  This position will be part of a global State Privacy team. This will involve support and development for two products – the OneTrust Consumer Portal and Consumer Data Response Orchestration (CDRO).

   

  These products were developed 2019 to meet legal and regulatory compliance requirements around personal information (PI) deletion, consumer requests, privacy notices, and 3rd party relationships.

   

  Going forward, the focus is to increase consumer-centricity, simplification, automation, centralization and scalability while continuing to meet our regulatory and legal requirements. 

   

  • Develop a deep understanding of the Java components used in the product
  • Design, test and develop solutions to meet the strategic needs of the program
  • Provide support and subject matter expertise on production issues related to the application
  • Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and other parts of dynamic Agile development
  • Takes ownership and accepts responsibility for decisions which impacts own work area
  • Provides guidance to others within team on technical solutions
  • Provide support in resolving data and technology issues
  • Work effectively with Product Owner and team members

   

  The successful candidate will have:

   

  • Proven track record of delivering high quality solutions
  • Understanding of the Agile framework and Product Mindset  
  • Desire to learn new tools / technologies and implement continuous improvement
  • Innovative approach to projects, with strong desire to improve through efficiency and automation
  • Flexible attitude to work tasks, displaying an ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to complete transition of new technical skills and application knowledge
  • Have strong communication skills and possess the ability to work independently when required but also as part of a team

   

   

  So, what are the essential criteria to apply?

   

  • All candidates must evidence an existing right to work in the UK
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a hands-on technical role within the Software Development Lifecyle
  • 1+ year’s experience with Java
  • 1+ year’s experience with React

   

   

   

   

  We also have some desirable criteria

   

  • Experience in privacy, data governance, risk management or related fields
  • Experience of working in an Agile environment
  • Experience of Java Rest Services or Java Scheduler
  • Experience of PCF or AWS
  • Knowledge of JSON, HTML, Dremio
  • Understanding of relational databases and database structures preferably SQL Server
  • Good understanding of consumer data
  • Good collaboration skills across multiple levels and function
  • Good communication skills especially on technical topics

   

  What we offer

   

  As Digital DNA’s Workplace of the Year 2020 winners, we offer a generous benefits package that includes flexible annual leave entitlement, dental and healthcare insurance, an attractive pension package and discounts on gym memberships, public transport and parking.

   

  Allstate invests heavily in your development, as an employee you will have access to multiple world-class learning platforms and courses from our award-winning in-house Learning & Development team.

   

  We pride ourselves in providing clear career paths and opportunities for internal mobility allowing you to further develop within the organisation.

   

  We encourage a better work life balance and you’ll have the opportunity to apply for various flexible working arrangements.

   

   

   

  Apply Here: https://bit.ly/2TsNf6U 

   

   

  Statement on Fair Employment and Equal Opportunities

   

  Allstate NI wishes to ensure equal opportunity is given to all job applicants.  This company will not discriminate on the grounds of race, gender (including gender reassignment status), sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion, marital status, age or disability.

   

  We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. However, as women are currently under-represented in our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from women. All appointments will be made on merit.

   

  Applicants should note Allstate NI complete AccessNI background checks on all candidates offered a position.

   

   

  The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 16th July