Software Development Engineer

At Booker, part of the Tesco Group, we’re proud to serve independent retailers, caterers, and businesses across the UK. Our technology powers millions of transactions and keeps shelves stocked across thousands of outlets. We’re looking for a Software Development Engineer to join our EPOS team and help us build reliable, scalable solutions that make a real difference to our customers and colleagues.

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome. Whatever your background, experience, or perspective—you’ll be valued here.

As a Software Development Engineer, you’ll design, build and support resilient EPOS (Electronic Point of Sale) solutions in a fast-paced, high-availability wholesale environment. You’ll work with modern technologies including Java, Spring, and REST APIs, helping us deliver stable and high-performing systems across our estate.

You’ll play a key role in platform upgrades, new store rollouts and continuous improvements—making sure our systems remain secure, reliable and ready for the future.

• Design, build and support EPOS software solutions using Java-based technologies and modern integration patterns
• Develop and maintain APIs, services, and integrations across pricing, payments and back-office systems
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, providing 3rd line support where required
• Support EPOS transformations, including upgrades, migrations, and new store rollouts
• Ensure solutions meet security, audit and data protection requirements
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers and service partners to deliver changes with minimal disruption
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards, tools and ways of working
• Experience with Java, Spring framework and REST API development
• Strong understanding of JSON data structures, APIs, and system integrations
• Experience working in a production environment supporting high-volume systems
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
• A collaborative approach and confidence working with cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of Agile development practices
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Experience or interest in DevOps and automated testing (desirable)

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, 8 distribution centres, 5 Best Food Logistics sites, as well as 6 support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers; some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed Leader and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact recruitment@bookergroup.com

Please note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk