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Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. 

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.  Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. 

The opportunity:

Hybris Developer required to work in an experienced team of software architects and developers, to be responsible for the design, development and testing of quality code to meet customer driven specifications.

What you'll be doing:

• Working within a project team, to deliver high quality code to deadlines.
• To clearly communicate what is to be done and the milestones achieved to those within the project in an agreed manner.
• To realistically estimate your own delivery timescales.
• To solve problems posed using the tools and materials provided or to suggest alternatives where appropriate.
• To create robust solutions using the tools and materials provided or to suggest alternatives where appropriate
• Take some responsibility from and can deputise for the senior/lead developer.
• Lead small technical discussions on problem solving and solution design.
• To mentor junior developers.
• To be a motivated self-starter.

What we want from you:

• Extensive Hybris development experience (ideally
• Extensive experience coding in Java language (Java17 +)
• Experience with Data structures
• Exposure to Web technologies
• Object oriented software design patterns experience
• Some understanding of HTML5, CSS and JavaScript
• Familiarity with Windows or Linux operating system
• Strong spoken and written communication

If you know some of this even better:

• Experience of delivering software as part of a team
• Experience of Spring
• Knowledge of JavaScript, front end technologies
• Knowledge of other JVM based languages - Groovy, Scala, Clojure
• Knowledge of one or more scripting languages, such as Groovy, Python
• Knowledge of webservices technologies such as SOAP, REST, JSON
• Knowledge of relational database platforms Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL
• Knowledge of NoSQL database platforms such as Cassandra or MongoDB
• Knowledge of message queuing systems such as Apache Kafka or RabbitMQ
• Contributions to open source projects

What we can offer you:

Alongside the opportunity to work with some of the most exciting brands around the world, we'll also prioritise your career development and help you grow your skills. We'll empower you to make a difference, allow you to be yourself, and respect who you are.

Our personality and behaviours: We believe that we are what we do, not just what we say. Our shared values and behaviours show how to bring the VML Enterprise Solution's culture to life through the actions we all take every day:

• Connect Meaningfully
• Inspire Creatively
• Include Purposefully
• Approach Positively

Our brilliant, talented people are what makes VML Enterprise Solutions what we are. That's why we look for people who go beyond and always push our thinking to be better than yesterday.

AT VML Enterprise Solutions

Our Enterprise Solutions division houses strategic consultants, creative and technical architects and skilled developers and operators that together help some of the world's leading organisations to deliver outstanding digital experiences across all major routes to market worldwide: marketplaces, online retailers, D2C, B2B and social platforms. With over 4,200 experts in 55 operational centres across 34 countries, our capabilities span the entire buying journey from customer acquisition, through engagement, to conversion and loyalty, driving multi-channel growth for world-leading brands.

We work with some of the most exciting brands such as The Coca-Cola Company, EY, Bosch, Unilever, Ford, DFS, Mercedes-Benz, Johnson & Johnson, Nestlé, Sainsbury's, Selfridges, Shell and Tiffany & Co. We've built over 500 platforms for brands and retailers and generate in excess of $29bn annually for our clients and work with over 50 strategic partners including Adobe, SAP, Salesforce, HCL, Shopify, Sitecore, BigCommerce, commerce tools and Acquia. Our reputation is based on our people, and we believe we have some of the best in the business.

As our business grows internationally, we're looking for new people to join us on our journey to inspire and take a key role in shaping some of the best commerce solutions, services, and websites in the world. Working as a team, no problem is insurmountable; we share in our client's successes and believe that anyone can show creative bravery no matter what their role is in the team.

WPP (VML Enterprise Solutions) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. 

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. 

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