Senior Java Developer (6 month contract)
Summary
Build a cloud-native regulatory reporting platform for a global financial services firm using Java 17, Spring Boot, and AWS, focusing on MiFID II transaction reporting and trade transparency.
We are looking for an experienced Java Developer to join a fast-moving delivery team building a new regulatory reporting platform for a global financial services firm.
This is a key build focused on MiFID II transaction reporting, trade transparency, and instrument data — replacing a legacy system with a cloud-native microservices architecture (Java 17, Spring Boot, AWS, CI/CD).
You’d be working closely with BAs, compliance SMEs, and QAs to deliver genuinely business-critical features.
Key highlights
- Greenfield build – no legacy codebase
- Cloud-native tech stack (Java, Spring Boot, AWS, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)
- Regulatory focus (MiFID II, EMIR, SFTR, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable, cloud-native backend components using Java and Spring Boot
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features supporting transaction reporting, pre/post-trade transparency, and venue/instrument data flows
- Translate regulatory requirements into robust, auditable technical solutions
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to design, development, testing, and documentation
- Write unit, integration, and functional tests; support automated test pipelines
- Deploy services in AWS and contribute to CI/CD pipeline development
Requirements
- 5+ years of Java development experience, with strong proficiency in Spring Boot
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design
- Experience deploying to and developing in AWS or other public cloud environments
- Familiarity with Agile development practices and tools (e.g., Jira, Git, Jenkins)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with non-technical stakeholders
- Previous experience in capital markets, especially transaction reporting, is highly desirable
Nice to have
- Knowledge of MiFID II, EMIR, SFTR, or other regulatory reporting regimes
- Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Playwright, TypeScript, BDD)
- Exposure to MarkLogic or similar document databases
Benefits
- Private Healthcare Package
- Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced Maternity policy
- Group Life Protection Benefit
- Give as You Earn
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Referral Bonus Scheme
- Diversity Networks
- Access to a range of skills and certifications