Upcoming Position: Backend AWS Engineer

Job Description

About Us

Leighton: 30+ years and counting. Experienced and agile. Trusted by some of the world’s biggest brands. We develop and deliver custom software. We use technology to make money, save money, create efficiencies, integrate systems, solve problems. To help our customers thrive. We have a pool of talent. To manage projects. Test to high standards. Create user experiences for every type of user. We include, include, include. Our service is personal. We know your name. We can do amazing things with tech. We’ve got the talent. We decide what’s best for our customer together.

Our Values

The Leighton culture defines how we do business and how we interact with our colleagues and customers. It makes us unique and provides us with a competitive advantage

• We act with honesty and truth, always!
• We collaborate to bring our purpose to life in a caring and supportive way
• We nurture our amazing people to be the best version of themselves
• Passionate about what we do, proud of what we achieve
• Our curiosity inspires the amazing

Why should you apply for an upcoming position?

We understand you may be looking to change roles in the coming months, whether for personal growth, new challenges, or a fresh start. Here at Leighton we are always looking for the next great talent to join us. With a range of exciting projects on the horizon, we’re particularly eager to connect with skilled Backend AWS Engineers who share our passion for innovation and excellence. If you’re curious about what Leighton could offer as your next career move, we invite you to reach out and explore the possibilities with us. Your next great adventure could be just around the corner!

Key Skills & Abilities

• Highly skilled in AWS and its associated technologies
• Strong proficiency in Java
• ​Programming skills in designing and implementation of multi-tier applications using web-based technologies
• Strong expertise in Agile Development Practices
• Proven experience in Code Quality Practices, committed to delivering high-standard, reliable software.
• Extensive background in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment, driving streamlined development and deployment processes across cloud platforms

Behaviours

• An open and genuine communicator
• Able to take responsibility for your actions
• Always learning and wanting to improve
• Takes responsibility for own development
• Love what you do
• Value and support your team
• Embrace who you are
• Open minded and willing to explore new ideas

What We Offer

We value our team and to attract exceptional people, we offer an excellent package! In 2024 we were recognised as one of the Best Workplaces in Tech by Great Place To Work UK, the global authority on workplace culture.

As a Leighton employee you can look forward to:

• A competitive salary this will be dependent on experience.
• A contributory pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy or sell holiday
• A flexible approach to working hours
• Dog friendly office
• Continuous personal development, career path and training
• And more....