Backend Java Developer

Job Description Who we are VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture About This Role We are seeking a skilled Backend Java Developer to join the VOIS NSE DN&OSS team, contributing to Vodafone's strategic initiatives across Enterprise Voice, International Roaming Hub, Messaging, NB-IoT, and Next Gen Assurance. The individual will be responsible for enhancing the DevicePedia and Vodafone Device Management platforms, focusing on new functionality and system performance optimisation. This role involves close collaboration with designers and system integrators to ensure timely sprint deliveries. What you will do - Estimate and deliver development tasks within defined timelines - Adhere to architectural constraints and coding standards - Conduct unit testing and collaborate with QA to resolve defects - Share technical insights and promote continuous learning - Drive automation and innovation to reduce BAU activities Who you are - Strong communication and collaboration skills - Proven experience in Java development and design patterns - Hands-on expertise with Spring, Spring Boot, Java 8+, microservices, Docker, Kubernetes - Familiarity with relational (Oracle, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases - Exposure to messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ) and test frameworks (JUnit, Mockito) - Proficient in RESTful services, AJAX, JSON, and performance tuning - Experience with GIT, Jenkins, Maven, and AWS cloud fundamentals - Bachelor's degree or equivalent; certifications in Java, AWS, Spring Boot preferred - Experience working in international, multi-location teams Not a Perfect Fit Concerned you may not meet every requirement Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best. What's in it for you - Opportunity to work on high-impact Vodafone projects across global markets - Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and cloud environments - Collaborative work culture with continuous learning and innovation - Chance to contribute to automation and efficiency improvements What Skills You Will Learn - Advanced backend development using modern Java frameworks - Microservices architecture and containerisation with Docker and Kubernetes - Cloud deployment and scaling on AWS - Agile delivery and cross-functional collaboration - Performance optimisation and automated testing practices VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background. Join Us At Vodafone, we're working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference. Alert Apply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud. #JDEnhancedByTARA Follow us on social media and #StayConnected - LinkedIn - Facebook - Instagram - Chat with our employees