Java Full Stack Developer

We are seeking an experienced Java Full Stack Developer to join a large-scale technology programme within the financial services sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining modern enterprise applications, working across both backend and frontend technologies in a fast-paced Agile environment.

This role offers the opportunity to work on business-critical systems, leveraging cloud-native technologies, microservices architecture, and modern development practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java-based microservices using Spring Boot.

• Build responsive and intuitive front-end applications using Angular or React.

• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs to support enterprise-wide applications and services.

• Collaborate with business analysts, architects, developers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

• Ensure application performance, security, scalability, and maintainability.

• Participate in code reviews and promote software engineering best practices.

• Support deployment activities and contribute to CI/CD initiatives.

• Troubleshoot production issues and provide ongoing application support.

• Contribute to Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend continuous improvements.

• Strong commercial experience with Java and Spring Boot.

• Proven experience developing RESTful APIs and Microservices architectures.

• Experience with front-end frameworks such as Angular or React.

• Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and TypeScript.

• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.

• Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

• Strong understanding of Git and modern version control practices.

• Experience working within Agile delivery environments.

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.

• Knowledge of messaging technologies such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.

• Exposure to DevOps practices and CI/CD tools including Jenkins or GitHub Actions.

• Understanding of API security frameworks including OAuth2, JWT, and Keycloak.

• Experience working within Banking, Financial Services, or Capital Markets environments.

• Competitive day rate.

• Opportunity to work for a respected international bank

• Long-term contract opportunity- 12 months + extensions

• Exposure to enterprise-scale digital transformation programmes.

• Opportunity to work with modern cloud and microservices technologies.

• Collaborative and innovative working environment.

First round interviews are now being booked in, send in your CV for a confidential discussion