Senior Backend Engineer (Java)

Parser
London, UK
14 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Application Frameworks Cloud Engineering Data Architecture Relational Databases Distributed Systems Java Virtual Machine (JVM) Messaging Application Programming Interface Software Architecture E2e Testing Performance Testing Spring Cloud
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Multi-Cloud Reliability of Systems Backend Kotlin Restful APIs Microservices

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer capable of leading the design, development, and support of mission-critical banking services. This role places a strong emphasis on software architecture, cloud engineering, and operational excellence. You will be working on scalable, customer-facing platforms in a dynamic financial services environment., * Design, develop, and maintain mission-critical banking services and applications

  • Lead architectural decisions for distributed systems and microservices
  • Build and support cloud-native applications in multi-cloud environments
  • Develop robust RESTful APIs and implement asynchronous processing solutions
  • Ensure operational excellence through comprehensive testing strategies and production support
  • Participate in incident management and system reliability initiatives
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple locations

Requirements

If you are looking for a place where you can think beyond execution, take true ownership of outcomes, influence decisions, and continuously learn alongside top-tier specialists in a truly global environment, we’d love to meet you., * Strong knowledge of JVM technologies and open-source frameworks

  • Proven experience building and supporting cloud-native applications
  • Deep understanding of distributed systems architecture and microservices
  • Hands-on experience with messaging frameworks and asynchronous processing
  • Experience working with relational databases and data architecture patterns
  • Strong production support experience, including incident management
  • Expertise in CI/CD pipelines and automation
  • Proven expertise in end-to-end testing practices (unit, component, integration, and performance testing)., * Proficiency in Kotlin in addition to Java
  • Experience in banking, card issuing, and payment processing, including card network and gateway integrations
  • Experience with scalable, customer-facing platforms in financial services

Benefits & conditions

  • The chance to join an organization with triple-digit growth that is changing the paradigm on how software products are built.
  • The opportunity to form part of an amazing, multicultural community of tech experts.
  • A highly competitive compensation package.
  • Medical insurance.

Parser is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to support your participation.

About the company

Technology alone does not create impact - the right teams do. Founded in 2018, Parser is a boutique technology services and consulting firm helping global organisations solve complex business challenges through digital transformation, product development and AI enablement.

We are a fast-growing team of 340+ engineers and consultants across Europe (UK, Spain, Portugal), the Americas (US, Argentina, Uruguay, Colombia), and the Middle East. We combine global reach with a mindset focused on agility, senior expertise, and close collaboration. We work as an extension of our clients’ teams, helping them define the right problems, shape solutions, and deliver technology-driven outcomes that create measurable business value. Our expertise spans software engineering, AI & data, product development, and customer experience, delivered by teams that combine strong technical depth with a consulting mindset.

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