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King's College London

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • London
    Remote
  • 16d left

AI generated summary

  • You must have an MSc or equivalent, 2+ years in software development/DevOps, strong skills in Terraform, Java/Kotlin, Kafka, Kubernetes, AWS, and problem-solving in a collaborative team.
  • You will implement and optimize infrastructure and deployment processes while contributing to the development of key components for a globally adopted, low-cost, open-source mobile health platform.

Requirements

  • MSc qualified in relevant subject area or equivalent experience
  • Extensive experience in software development and DevOps practices (2+ years).
  • Deep understanding of infrastructure-as-code principles and technologies (e.g., Terraform).
  • Proficiency in Java/Kotlin, mobile app development and backend development
  • Experience working with Apache Kafka, KSQL streams, and reactive backend systems.
  • Proficiency in Kubernetes and container orchestration.
  • Experience with cloud platforms like AWS.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Experience with configuration management and automation.

Responsibilities

  • The Software Engineer will be responsible for implementing and optimising infrastructure and deployment processes, and will also contribute to the development of key software components. This position offers a significant opportunity to contribute to a globally adopted, low-cost, open-source mobile health platform.

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for this position?

The contract for this position is fixed term until 31/07/2027.

What qualifications are required for the Software Engineer position?

Candidates must have an MSc qualified in a relevant subject area or equivalent experience.

How many years of experience in software development and DevOps practices are required?

A minimum of 2 years of extensive experience in software development and DevOps practices is required.

Which programming languages should candidates be proficient in?

Candidates should be proficient in Java/Kotlin for mobile app development and backend development.

What cloud platform experience is necessary for this role?

Experience with AWS (Amazon Web Services) is necessary for this role.

Is familiarity with open-source software development considered a desirable criterion?

Yes, familiarity with open-source software development practices is considered a desirable criterion.

Will the successful candidate need to work with Kubernetes?

Yes, proficiency in Kubernetes and container orchestration is required for this role.

Who can candidates contact for more information about the position?

Candidates can contact Yatharth Ranjan at yatharth.ranjan@kcl.ac.uk for more information.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this position is £53,149 - £62,422 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 01-Jun-2025.

Will candidates need to submit a supporting statement with their application?

Yes, candidates are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the job advert.

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King's College London

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Mission & Purpose

King’s College London is amongst the top 40 universities in the world and top 10 in Europe (THE World University Rankings 2024), and one of England’s oldest and most prestigious universities.  With an outstanding reputation for world-class teaching and cutting-edge research, King’s maintained its sixth position for ‘research power’ in the UK (2021 Research Excellence Framework).   King's has more than 33,000 students (including more than 12,800 postgraduates) from some 150 countries worldwide, and 8,500 staff. For nearly 200 years, King’s students and staff have used their knowledge and insight to make a positive impact on people, society and the planet. Focused on delivering positive change at home in London, across the UK and around the world, King’s is building on its history of addressing the world’s most urgent challenges head on to accelerate progress, make discoveries and pioneer innovation. Visit the website to find out more about Vision 2029, which sets out bold ambitions for the future of King’s as we look towards our 200th anniversary.