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# Lead Software Engineer - Java / Oracle - ETF Technology

- **Company:** Ucits Etf
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Software Debugging, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, ReactJS, Production Code, Performance Monitor
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/lead-software-engineer-java-oracle-etf-technology/49521037

## About the Role

coding, peer review, and compliance with firmwide standards.Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and SkillsFormal training or certification on software engineering concepts and advanced applied experience, with strong hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability in an enterprise environment.Advanced hands-on experience in Java, with strong experience in Oracle databases, SQL, data design concepts, and scalable application development.Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle, including agile delivery, CI/CD, application resiliency, secure coding practices, testing, and production support.Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.Self-motivated, proactive, adaptable, and keen to learn ETF, finance, and investment management concepts while demonstrating strong ownership of delivery and application
stability.Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and SkillsExperience with React or modern front-end development frameworks.Prior exposure to ETFs, asset management, portfolio management, middle office processes, or broader financial services technology.Familiarity with enterprise-authorized AI-assisted software development tools and responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including validation of AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security.Experience working in globally distributed technology teams and partnering across regions, functions, and stakeholder groups.Interest in building business knowledge within a growing UCITS ETF platform and contributing to technology that supports one of the leaders in the Active ETF market. #J-18808-Ljbffr

## Description

business-critical solutions.Job ResponsibilitiesExecutes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting, with the ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions and break down complex technical problems.Develops secure, high-quality production code using Java, Oracle, and SQL, and reviews, debugs, enhances, and supports code written by others.Partners closely with business and technology stakeholders across ETF product strategy, portfolio management, platform teams, and middle office to deliver solutions aligned to business objectives.Identifies opportunities to improve operational stability through proactive monitoring, production support, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and automation of recurring issues.Drives adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the team to improve code quality, delivery speed, testing, troubleshooting, and operational outcomes, while ensuring validation, secure


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