Senior Java Engineer
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Job description
We're seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Java) to join our Technology & Engineering team. You'll bring expertise in building robust, scalable, cloud-native applications using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS. Working on high-impact platforms for Tier 1 financial institutions, you'll lead Back End design, champion agile best practices, and contribute to the evolution of modern banking technology.
What You'll Do
- Design and build microservices-based applications using Java 11+ and Spring Boot
- Deliver enterprise-ready cloud solutions, with a focus on AWS infrastructure and services
- Build and manage robust CI/CD pipelines and ensure secure, scalable deployments
- Write comprehensive tests and implement quality-driven development across the stack
- Collaborate in agile teams and contribute to design decisions, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement
Requirements
- Expert-level Java development (Java 11, 17, 21+), Spring Boot proficiency
- Deep knowledge of public cloud environments, preferably AWS
- Experience designing cloud-native, microservices, and event-driven architectures
- Strong grasp of CI/CD pipelines, SQL/NoSQL databases, Kafka, and Java Streaming
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (eg, CloudFormation), distributed systems, and secure design practices
Bonus Points For
- Experience using GitLab for CI/CD pipelines and Cucumber for BDD test automation
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional)
- Knowledge of CQRS patterns and performance testing strategies
- Passion for exploring emerging cloud technologies and frameworks
- Experience delivering customer-facing or business-critical applications in finance
Benefits & conditions
We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:
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Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
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Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.
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Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
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Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
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Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
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Continuous Learning: Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, E-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.
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Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services.
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Extra Perks: Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.
