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Senior Java Software Engineer

Summary

Senior Java engineer building scalable backend services and microservices for a fast-growing fintech platform using Spring Boot, REST APIs, and modern engineering practices.

I’m currently partnered with a fast-growing fintech business that is looking to make a key senior engineering hire as they continue scaling their platform and technology function.

If you enjoy building scalable systems, solving complex technical challenges, and want the chance to influence a growing engineering team from an early stage - this could be a fantastic opportunity.

The Role

  • Design and develop scalable backend applications and microservices
  • Help drive technical architecture and engineering best practices
  • Work closely with senior stakeholders and product teams
  • Contribute to platform scalability, performance, and reliability
  • Mentor developers and help shape future team growth
  • Play a key role in the long-term engineering strategy of the business
  • Spring Boot / Spring Framework
  • REST APIs
  • Maven & Git
  • Strong focus on clean code, scalability, and modern software engineering principles

What They’re Looking For

  • Experience building enterprise-grade backend systems
  • Strong understanding of software architecture and engineering best practices
  • Financial services, fintech, trading, or regulated industry experience!
  • Someone who enjoys ownership and wants to progress into leadership
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • 3-days in office, hybrid working

Why This Role?

  • High-impact position within a growing business
  • Opportunity to influence technical direction early
  • Collaborative and ambitious engineering culture
  • Strong long-term growth plans
  • Modern tech environment with exciting technical challenges

If this sounds of interest, feel free to reach out directly for a confidential conversation.

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