Software Engineer, Full Stack. Java, Javascript,

**About Us**
Ocado Technology is putting the world's retailers online using advanced artificial intelligence, robotics, big data, the cloud and IoT. We develop the innovative software and hardware systems that power the unique Ocado Smart Platform , a retail platform that is being implemented by retailers across the world from Europe to America, Asia and beyond. With everything from websites to highly automated warehouses that we design in-house, our employees are skilled specialists with expertise across a wide range of technologies, working on cutting-edge innovations that are shaping the future of our society.
We are a fast-growing company: today we have colleagues in 7 development centre across the UK and Europe, with offices open in London, Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City (UK), Krakow, Wroclaw (Poland), Sofia (Bulgaria) and Barcelona (Spain), with a satellite office in Stockholm (Sweden). Our culture is a key part of our success, but don't just take our word for it, do take a look at what our people are saying about us on Glassdoor .

***What does the team do**
Working within the Supply Chain & Planning department, we're looking for someone to work with the other members of the team by contributing to the discovery and implementation of features from conception to production. The new team member will join the team building systems to recommend what stock retailers should order from their suppliers, considering predicted customer demand, current stock levels, product expiry dates and supplier constraints to make their customer service and efficiency levels the best in the world.

**About the role**
- Part of a team of 5-6 engineers, a Team Lead and a Product Manager.
- Contributing to the discovery and implementation of features from conception to production.
- Playing a key part in the technical design of solutions to interesting problems.
- Working with the team on continuous improvement of the Software Development Life Cycle.
- Developing new systems and capabilities as well as making changes to existing systems owned by other teams.
- Participating in out of hours support rota where agreed.
- Promoting good engineering practices, bug prevention strategies, testability and other advanced quality concepts.
- Contributing to the open, supportive, and dynamic culture of the team

**About you**
We're looking for software engineers who:

- Are able to work with limited information, ambiguity, and uncertainty, knowing the right questions to ask.
- Have proven commercial Software Development Background with a focus on successfully delivering great products.
- Have proven Java skills (ideally Java 8+)
- Have proven JavaScript skills
- Understand the value of continuous integration, continuous delivery and strives for a high level of automation.
- Can make a positive impact on the open, supportive, and creative culture of the team.
This would make you stand out from the crowd
- Experience with Spring Framework.
- Has experience implementing new architecture with scale.

**What do I get in return**
Our employee benefits are designed for you, we care about people and we've ensured we have a wealth of benefits that focus on your well-being. We can offer technically stretching work, a competitive salary and;
- Hybrid Working patterns (varies depending on your role/team)
- 30 days Work from Anywhere policy
- Wellbeing support through Apps such as Unmind and an Employee Assistance Programme
- 25 days annual leave , rising to 27 days after 5 years service (plus optional holiday purchase)
- Pension scheme (various options available including employer contribution matching up to 7%)
- Private Medical Insurance
- 22 weeks paid maternity leave and 6 weeks paid paternity leave (once relevant service requirements complete)
- Train Ticket loan (interest-free)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Free shuttle bus to and from Hatfield Train Station to the Hatfield offices
- Opportunity to participate in Sharesave and Buy as You Earn share schemes
- Income Protection (can be up to 50% of salary for 3 years) and Life Assurance (3 x annual salary)

We're in it together, we are proud of what we do, we can be even better

***Location**

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**About Ocado Group**
When our journey started, we were all about changing the way people shop for groceries. 20 years later, we're developing our own ground breaking technology, opening multiple sites at an accelerating rate and engaging in exciting new business partnerships around the world
Transforming an industry also means transforming the way we do business. As we continually develop new technologies and customer propositions, we're looking for the Everyday Pioneers to lead us into the next stage of our evolution: enhancing our capabilities, inspiring our teams and developing new ways of working.
Changing the way the world shops, for good.

We are thrilled to welcome applicants from across the world. Whilst ** we are able to offer visa sponsorship ** , please note that we are only able to cover costs relating to the Certificate of Sponsorship and the Immigration Skills Charge only. For all employment offers made for UK roles, it is expected that you will be based in the UK in commutable distance, ready for your first day of work, so please keep this in mind. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

**Location**
View location here

**About Ocado Group**
When our journey started, we were all about changing the way people shop for groceries. 20 years later, we're developing our own ground breaking technology, opening multiple sites at an accelerating rate and engaging in exciting new business partnerships around the world
Transforming an industry also means transforming the way we do business. As we continually develop new technologies and customer propositions, we're looking for the Everyday Pioneers to lead us into the next stage of our evolution: enhancing our capabilities, inspiring our teams and developing new ways of working.
Changing the way the world shops, for good.