Backend Engineer (Java+AWS+AI)
Summary
Build and lead backend services in Java/Spring Boot, MongoDB, and Kafka for a global fintech platform, while mentoring teams and optimizing real-time financial data pipelines.
About Client
A FTSE 250 global fintech company headquartered in London with a presence in 18 countries and five continents. Their award‑winning products and platforms empower go‑getters around the world giving them access to over 19,000 financial markets.
Mode of working: Hybrid (2‑3 days from London office)
What you will need for the role
- Java & Spring/Spring Boot: 8+ years of extensive experience in building and deploying back‑end services.
- 8+ years of experience in Backend development.
- MongoDB & JPA: Proficient in database design, management, and optimization.
- GitLab: Strong knowledge of version control systems and CI/CD pipelines.
- REST API Services: Proficient in designing and consuming RESTful web services.
- Kafka: Skilled in implementing real‑time data pipelines and messaging systems.
- Splunk: Expertise in monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting application performance.
- Team Leadership: Proven experience in leading, mentoring, and managing development teams.
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Proven track record of leading successful development projects.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
- Experience with TDD, Pair Programming and Extreme Programming.
Perks
- Matched giving for your fundraising activity
- Flexible working hours and work‑from‑home opportunities
- Performance‑related bonuses
- Insurance and medical plans
- Career-focused technical and leadership training in‑class and online, including unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning platform.
- Contribution to gym memberships and more
- A day off on your birthday
- Two days’ volunteering leave per year