Skills

Communication Java SQL NoSQL GitHub CI/CD DevOps Docker Kubernetes Monitoring Problem-solving Attention to detail Training Architecture Cloud Architecture Databases AWS Junit Spring Spring Boot CI/CD Pipelines Kafka Grafana Microservices

Job Specifications

8x8 connects our customers and teams globally, empowering CX leaders with performance and insights to make smarter decisions, delight customers, and drive lasting business impact.

Java Software Engineer (Mid-Level)

Overview

Join 8x8's engineering team to build mission-critical communication services that power businesses worldwide. We're seeking a talented Java Engineer to join our growing team, where you'll work on scalable microservices that form the backbone of our platform. This position is fully remote within the UK.

What You'll Do

Develop and maintain robust microservices using Java and Spring Boot
Build and optimize cloud-native applications on AWS infrastructure
Work with containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes
Write comprehensive automated tests to ensure code quality and reliability
Contribute to high availability solutions and system resilience
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions
Participate in architectural discussions and provide technical input
Support the team in troubleshooting and resolving production issues

What We're Looking For

Essential

Solid Java development experience (5+ years)
Proven experience building Spring Boot microservices
Proficiency with Spring Data JPA, SQL, and database design
Strong experience with RESTful API development
Good understanding of AWS services and cloud architecture
Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration
Strong automated testing skills using JUnit and Mockito
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and collaboration abilities

Nice To Have

Experience working with AI-powered development tools (e.g. Claude Code, GitHub Copilot)
Experience with Kafka and event-driven architectures
Knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL databases for different use cases
Experience with TestContainers for integration testing
Understanding of high availability principles and fault-tolerant design
Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Grafana

About You

You're a collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic environment
You have excellent verbal and written communication skills
You're passionate about writing clean, maintainable code and continuously learning new technologies
You take ownership of your work and are comfortable asking questions when needed
You actively contribute to team discussions and code reviews

What We Offer

Fully remote working within the UK with flexible hours
Opportunity to work on mission-critical systems at scale
Professional development and training opportunities
Collaborative team environment with experienced engineers

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About the Company

8x8, Inc. (NASDAQ: EGHT) believes that CX limits were meant to be shattered. We connect people and organizations through seamless communication on the industry's most integrated platform for Customer Experience--combining Contact Center, Unified Communications, and CPaaS APIs. The 8x8(r) Platform for CX integrates AI at every level to enable personalized customer journeys, drive operational excellence and insights, and facilitate team collaboration. We help customer experience and IT leaders become the heartbeat of their or... Know more