Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsWork on core financial systemsKey contributor as they evolve the platformAbout Our ClientOur client is in the Financial Sector and is looking for a new Java Engineer to join the team. This role is hybrid with 3 days a week in Central London. In this role you will be working in a small team of 10 on a brand new AI focused product.Job DescriptionTaking end-to-end delivery ownership of key software development projects and enhancementsDesigning and building scalable, server-side Java services that enhance core financial systemsProactively identify and implement improvementsCollaborating closely with stakeholders to ensure requirements are well understood, designs are sound and deadlines are metReviewing designs and code produced by colleagues, providing clear and constructive feedbackCollaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse technical requirements.Implement efficient and scalable code to optimise system performance.Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to ensure system reliability.Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.Stay updated with the latest developments in Java and related technologies.Document code and processes to support knowledge sharing within the team.The Successful ApplicantMust haves:2+ years industry experienceJavaLinuxApacheMongo / PostgresAI - prompt engineering or AI-assisted development (Claude, Cursor etc)Worked on a broker platform or similar industry experience a huge plusNice to haves:Spring BootElasticsearchVector embeddingsSemantic searchWhat's on OfferPerformance based discretionary cash bonus schemeDiscretionary stock grantGroup Life Assurance coverGroup Income ProtectionOccupation pension scheme based on Gross earningsHybrid working model22 days holiday + BHS - rises 1 each year to 25 daysDaily company-paid lunch (£14 a day) and healthy snack options throughout the day (when working from the office)Access to Private Medical Insurance and Dental PlanCorporate eventsTravel season ticket loansCycle to work schemeFitness subsidisationContactSteph KavanaghQuote job refJN-102026-7124638Phone number+441618290399Job summaryJob functionTechnologySubsectorIT DevelopmentSectorTechnology & TelecomsWhereCity of LondonContract typePermanentConsultant nameSteph KavanaghConsultant phone+441618290399Job referenceJN-102026-7124638
