Junior Java Engineer - Accelerator Academy (ENG25)

Launch Your Career in Software Engineering with _nology

Are you a coding bootcamp graduate, STEM graduate, or aspiring software engineer looking for your first opportunity in tech?

At _nology, we're always looking to connect with ambitious early-career talent who are passionate about technology and eager to build a successful career in software development. By joining our talent pool, you'll be considered for future opportunities with leading organisations across the public and private sectors, where you'll gain hands-on experience, receive ongoing support, and continue developing your technical skills in a professional environment.

As a _nology consultant, you'll become part of a community of talented technology professionals. We provide structured training, mentoring, and career development to help you transition into industry and succeed in real-world software engineering roles.

Whether you're a recent bootcamp graduate, have completed personal projects, internships, placements, or have up to a year's experience in software development, we'd love to hear from you.

What You Could Be Working On

Future opportunities may include:

• Developing, testing, and maintaining software applications
• Building Java-based applications within agile delivery teams
• Working across backend and frontend technologies to deliver high-quality solutions
• Developing and integrating REST APIs and microservices
• Working with databases and cloud technologies
• Troubleshooting technical issues and supporting defect resolution
• Applying software engineering best practices to improve quality and maintainability
• Collaborating with developers, testers, business analysts, and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions
• Contributing to the design, development, and deployment of cloud-based applications

Skills & Experience We're Interested In

We're keen to hear from candidates with knowledge or exposure to:

• Java development and object-oriented programming principles
• Full-stack development concepts
• Spring Boot or similar Java frameworks
• REST APIs and microservices
• SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL
• Git and version control practices
• AWS or other cloud platforms
• Agile software development methodologies

Additional Requirements

• Located in Newcastle or within a 1-hour commutable distance
• Training is remote and successful candidates after training will be required to attend an office a minimum of 3 days per week
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance, or able to meet clearance requirements
• Strong communication, professional, and collaborative skills
• Enthusiasm for learning and developing within a professional technology environment
• Immediate availability for full-time training

You do not need extensive commercial experience. We value candidates who have developed their skills through:

• Coding bootcamps
• University studies
• Internships or placements
• Personal projects
• Freelance or early-career professional experience

Who We're Looking For

We welcome applications from:

• Coding bootcamp graduates with hands-on Java development experience
• STEM graduates, including Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, and related disciplines
• Individuals with up to 12 months of software development experience
• Self-motivated learners who are passionate about technology
• Strong problem-solvers who enjoy collaborating with others
• Candidates who are committed to continuous learning and professional growth

Why Join _nology?

• Structured training to bridge the gap between learning and industry
• Ongoing mentoring and support from experienced technology professionals
• Exposure to real-world projects and modern technology environments
• Clear career progression pathways
• Opportunities to work with leading UK organisations
• A supportive community focused on learning, growth, and long-term success

Register Your Interest

We're continually building our network of emerging software engineering talent for upcoming opportunities. If you're excited about starting or accelerating your career in Java software development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join the _nology talent pool and be considered for future software engineering opportunities as they become available.