Bentley Whitaker Search and Selection

About the Company

Search and Selection of mid-senior level Technology professionals across a number of market sectors, including core markets of Technology, Telco, Financial Services and Retail, with a strong focus on UK and European based Contingency Search and Recruitment Assignments.

Recent clients include Skype, Microsoft, Shazam, Hailo, Invenias, 1e and many more.

Specialist areas include Product Managers, Project Managers, Programme Managers, Business Analysts, Testers, Developers/Software Engineers, Support, Implementation, Presales, Training, Marketing Managers & PR Managers.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Bentley Whitaker Search and Selection

Job Title

Senior Java Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Java Software Engineer Role Summary: Design, develop, and maintain Java-based microservices and REST APIs in a cloud‑native environment, contributing to AI/ML initiatives and ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability. Expectations: • 5+ years in a commercial software development role • Strong proficiency in Java, with Python experience preferred • Deep understanding of AWS cloud services and microservices architecture • Solid knowledge of relational (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB, MongoDB) databases • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent hands‑on experience • Hands‑on or academic exposure to artificial intelligence or machine learning concepts • Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship) Key Responsibilities: • Architect and implement scalable Java microservices and related RESTful endpoints • Design and adopt cloud‑based solutions using AWS services (EC2, Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB, S3, CloudFormation, etc.) • Integrate AI/ML models and data pipelines into production services • Write unit, integration, and end‑to‑end tests, ensuring code quality and reliability • Participate in code reviews, continuous integration/deployment pipelines, and Agile ceremonies • Troubleshoot and optimize application performance, reliability, and security across environments • Document system designs, API contracts, and operational procedures for cross‑team use Required Skills: • Java SE/EE (8/11/17) • Python (optional but welcomed) • REST API design and implementation • AWS – compute, storage, networking, security, and serverless components • Database proficiency – SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB, MongoDB) • Microservices architecture & design patterns • Containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) • CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) • Version control (Git) • Testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito, TestNG, integration testing) • Agile/DevOps practices • Familiarity with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit‑learn) or data pipelines is advantageous Required Education & Certifications: • Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience • AWS certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, Developer) and Java certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional) are beneficial but not mandatory.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

17-11-2025

Company Name

Bentley Whitaker Search and Selection

Job Title

Engineering Manager

Job Description

**Job title:** Engineering Manager **Role Summary:** Lead a high‑performing software engineering team of 10‑15 members to deliver scalable SaaS products. Collaborate closely with product leadership to define technical strategy, drive architecture decisions, and incorporate AI/ML capabilities into services. **Expectations:** - Direct and mentor a growing team while maintaining hands‑on coding responsibilities. - Shape product roadmap, technical direction, and delivery cadence. - Foster a culture of continuous improvement, quality, and high technical standards. **Key Responsibilities:** - Manage day‑to‑day engineering operations (sprints, retrospectives, code reviews). - Design, build, and maintain microservices in Java on AWS (EC2, ECS/EKS, Lambda). - Implement and secure REST APIs, manage databases (MySQL, NoSQL). - Integrate AI/ML components into products and evaluate emerging frameworks. - Establish CI/CD pipelines, monitor performance, and ensure high availability. - Collaborate with product, design, and security teams to align on requirements and constraints. - Coach leaders within the team, mentor junior engineers, and facilitate skill development. - Identify and mitigate technical debt and scalability risks. **Required Skills:** - 8+ years of software development experience with strong Java, microservices, and AWS expertise. - 2+ years of engineering team management with proven leadership in cross‑functional environments. - Hands‑on experience with RESTful API design, MySQL, NoSQL databases, and cloud architecture. - Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, libraries, or frameworks. - Solid understanding of CI/CD, automated testing, and DevOps practices. - Strong communication skills and ability to influence product and technical direction. - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast‑paced, growth‑stage SaaS companies. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field from a recognized university (top tier or equivalent). - Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Developer, or equivalent) are an advantage but not mandatory.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

09-12-2025