Java Backend Developer - VOIS

Overview

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.

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About This Role

We are seeking a skilled Java Backend Developer with strong experience in JEE technologies, integration platforms, and SQL databases. The individual will contribute to designing, developing, testing, and maintaining backend services while supporting cross-functional teams and DevOps activities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in agile environments and enjoys solving complex technical challenges within large-scale enterprise systems.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop and unit test Java/J2EE applications utilising technologies such as CDI, EJB, JPA, JTA, JCA, JMS, JAXB, Servlet, JSP, JSF, JAX-WS and JAX-RS.
• Lead and guide team members in identifying and implementing new technical solutions.
• Work with data models and databases across platforms including MS SQL, Oracle and PostgreSQL.
• Work with WebSphere MQ, WebSphere Message Broker and IIB 10 across multiple operating systems such as Unix, Windows and Linux.
• Own technical configuration and implementation tasks across teams while resolving technical dependencies.
• Define and configure interfaces for seamless data exchange between services and front-end applications.
• Conduct defect analysis and deliver high-quality fixes.
• Support incident handling and provide workarounds for production issues, including complex system failures, in collaboration with DevOps teams.
• Support DevOps engineers in deployments across multiple environments.
• Manage application support and maintenance activities.
  
  

• Experience working with JEE technologies (version 11 onwards).
• Skilled in WebSphere MQ, WebSphere Message Broker and IIB 10.
• Comfortable working across Unix, Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Strong SQL capabilities with RDBMS platforms such as MS SQL, Oracle or PostgreSQL.
• 5+ years of overall experience, including 4+ years as a Java backend developer.
• Experience with Confluence, Jira, Agile methodologies (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban) and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with GitHub and GitHub Actions.
• Advantageous: SAFe Agile certifications, AWS DevOps or Java certifications, experience with Kafka or caching technologies.
• Holds a technical qualification such as B.E., B.Tech, BCA, MCA, BSc or MSc in Computer Science.
  
  

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

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

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What Skills You Will Learn

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.

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