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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Java/Scala Software Engineer - **Company:** First Derivative - **Location:** Greater London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Information Technology Consulting, Continuous Integration, IBM DB2, Relational Databases, DevOps, Hibernate (Java), Interoperability, Java Persistence API, Spring Framework, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenShift, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Data Processing, Google Cloud, Spring-boot, Sybase, AWS Lambda, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Google Cloud Functions, Serverless Computing, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815173671-javascala-software-engineer ## About the Role * Strong experience in Scala and Java programming * Proficiency in relational databases such as Sybase or DB2 * Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies, including automated testing, tooling, and DevOps concepts * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Adaptable, dependable, and a collaborative team player with a commitment to meeting deadlines Additional Experience: Prior experience in the banking or financial services industry is highly valued, particularly in areas related to trading, risk management, or back-office operations. ## Description First Derivative is a people first company. We are powered by our ever-growing teams of specialist problem solvers and process evolvers. Our extensive capabilities offer agile solutions and exciting career opportunities - whether you are in the early stages of your career, looking for new direction, or wanting to continue in the position of leadership. Joining the world's largest Capital Markets dedicated consultancy, you will have the opportunity to gain exposure to a range of mission-critical projects, tech stacks, clients and a company that prides itself on career development, variety and flexibility. We have opportunities for Mid-Senior Software Engineers who will work shoulder to shoulder with Tier 1 investment banks, including Morgan Stanley, UBS, Citigroup, JP Morgan and Credit Suisse to name a few. What will you do? * Develop and enhance scalable, high-performance systems for financial services and trading applications. * Design and implement robust data processing and storage solutions to support business-critical operations. * Build and optimize intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for various stakeholders, including traders and operational teams. * Work in an Agile environment, applying best practices in software development, automated testing, and DevOps. * Integrate new functionalities with existing platforms, ensuring seamless interoperability within a complex ecosystem. Our main tech stack includes: * Core Java (version 8 or higher) * Spring Framework/ Spring Boot * Object Oriented design principles and patterns * CI/ CD tools such as Jenkins * Microservices architecture, including containers and serverless implementation e.g., Kubernetes, Docker, OpenShift, AWS Lambda, Cloud Functions, etc. * JPA frameworks such as Hibernate and SQL What experience will you need? * Strong experience in Scala and Java programming * Proficiency in relational databases such as Sybase or DB2 * Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies, including automated testing, tooling, and DevOps concepts * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Adaptable, dependable, and a collaborative team player with a commitment to meeting deadlines Additional Experience: Prior experience in the banking or financial services industry is highly valued, particularly in areas related to trading, risk management, or back-office operations. What's in it for you? You will embark upon a career with life-long learning at its core, facilitating rapid professional development and the opportunity to design your own career path. * Hybrid and Flexible Working * Employee Assistance Programme * Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity policies * Employee Referral Bonus Scheme * Access to a range of skills and certifications such as GCP, AWS, Azure and more Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering, Information Technology, and Consulting Industries Capital Markets, Investment Banking, and IT Services and IT Consulting ## Related Videos - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [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 build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [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) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)