Java Specialist

Job DescriptionJava Developer - Banking | Contract | Salary: [£480/day (Inside IR35)] | ContractYou must have the relevant Right to Work in the UK - no VISA sponsorship can be provided for this role. The CompanyWe are working with a leading financial services organisation who are investing heavily in their technology function. As part of an ongoing digital transformation programme, they are looking to bring on board an experienced Java Developer to join their growing engineering team. The RoleAs a Java Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable Java applications within a complex banking environment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including architects, business analysts, and product owners to deliver robust, secure solutions that meet the demands of a regulated financial services environment. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop Java-based applications and microservicesWork within Agile/Scrum delivery teams to deliver high quality softwareCollaborate with architects and senior engineers on solution designWrite clean, maintainable, and well-tested code (unit and integration testing)Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practicesIntegrate with internal and third-party banking systems and APIsEnsure all development meets security, compliance, and regulatory standardsTroubleshoot, debug, and optimise existing applications

Required Skills & ExperienceStrong commercial experience in Java development (Java 8, 11, or 17+)Experience working within banking, financial services, or a regulated environmentProficiency with Spring Boot and/or Spring FrameworkExperience with microservices architecture and RESTful API developmentStrong understanding of SQL and relational databasesFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices (Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps)Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) desirableKnowledge of containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) desirableStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Nice to HaveExperience with messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ)Knowledge of investment banking, retail banking, or payments domainFamiliarity with regulatory frameworks (FCA, Basel III, MiFID II)Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe) What's on OfferCompetitive base salaryPerformance-related bonusPension schemePrivate healthcareHybrid working arrangementsCareer development and progression opportunitiesExposure to large-scale, complex banking systems Next StepsIf you are an experienced Java Developer with a background in banking or financial services and are looking for your next permanent opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us directly for a confidential discussion.