> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1582770-senior-cloud-engineer-java-python-finance-ai-platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1582770-senior-cloud-engineer-java-python-finance-ai-platform). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Senior Cloud Engineer (Java/Python) - Finance AI Platform

- **Company:** iBSC
- **Location:** Sheffield, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £104,000.0 - £130,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), RabbitMQ, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Spring Cloud, Large Language Models, Multi-Agent Systems, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, AI Platforms, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Virtual Agents, Restful APIs, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/pt/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-113039625158A5FE2E/

## About the Role

* 10+ years of software engineering experience.
 * Strong hands-on expertise in Java and/or Python.
 * Cloud-native application development (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
 * Kubernetes, Docker, Microservices, and REST APIs.
 * Event-driven architecture (Kafka, Event Hub, RabbitMQ, etc.).
 * CI/CD, DevOps, and Agile delivery practices.

Preferred Skills

 * Experience with LLM integration, RAG, AI orchestration, or Agentic AI frameworks.
 * Exposure to AI platforms such as Azure OpenAI, OpenAI, LangChain, LangGraph, or Semantic Kernel.
 * Banking or Financial Services domain experience.

Candidate Profile

 * Strong engineering and problem-solving skills.
 * Product engineering mindset with a focus on quality and scalability.
 * Comfortable working within existing technical standards and architecture.
 * Collaborative team player who can contribute ideas and challenge constructively.

## Description

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Cloud Engineer to support the development of a Finance AI platform. The role is focused on building scalable, cloud-native enterprise applications and integrating AI capabilities into existing business platforms. Candidates should be strong software engineers who thrive within established product teams and delivery frameworks., * Design and develop cloud-native applications using Java and/or Python.

 * Build and enhance microservices, APIs, and event-driven solutions.
 * Deploy and manage containerized workloads on Kubernetes.
 * Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
 * Collaborate with architects, product teams, and engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.
 * Contribute to AI-enabled application development, including LLM and RAG integrations where applicable.


## Related Videos

- [Inside Bitpanda's Tech Stack: Scaling a European Fintech Leader - Markus Dorner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1979-inside-bitpanda-s-tech-stack-scaling-a-european-fintech-leader-markus-dorner)
- [Beyond Kafka & RabbitMQ: Why NATS is the Future of Microservices Messaging](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1646-beyond-kafka-rabbitmq-why-nats-is-the-future-of-microservices-messaging)
- [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform)
- [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered)
- [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment)
- [Why Systems Break After Initial Success: The Architectural Failures That Take Months to Surface](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2048-why-systems-break-after-initial-success-the-architectural-failures-that-take-months-to-surface)

## Related Articles

- [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers)
- [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer)
- [Got AI ideas but no money? Here are 10 free ways to level up your AI skills with Google Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/600-got-ai-ideas-but-no-money-here-are-10-free-ways-to-level-up-your-ai-skills-with-google-cloud)
- [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)
- [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)
- [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)