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    Java (Kotlin) Developer (Agile, Test Driven) AVP

    Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we ...

    Senior Java Developer AI Driven Workflow Platform

    mthree is seeking experienced Senior Java Developers to join a leading global investment bank. You will work on a mission-critical workflow platform that handles millions of transactions each month. Your role will involve building and scaling a high-volume Java application, introducing AI capabilities ...

    Senior Developer Angular & Java (Active SC Clearance)

    Java Script Works is seeking a Senior Developer with strong expertise in Java v17, Angular, and Spring Boot to work in the public sector. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent development skills, particularly in JPA/Hibernate and REST APIs, along with experience in observability and monitoring. The role ...

    Senior Java Developer | AWS Cloud & Batch Processing

    Version 1 is looking for a highly skilled Senior Java Developer in Newcastle upon Tyne. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in Java development, particularly with AWS and database management. You'll design and manage high-performance applications while mentoring junior developers. Flexible worki ...

    Senior Java Developer — Remote, Growth & Profit Share

    A leading technology services company in Scotland is seeking a Mid-Senior Java Developer. This role involves understanding project lifecycles, coding new developments to high standards, and ensuring quality through testing and peer reviews. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in Java dev ...

    Senior Software Developer Java £130,000 + Comps London

    A global financial services organisation is growing a senior Java engineering team to support a strategic, business-critical technology platform. This is a hands-on, senior level role suited to experienced engineers who enjoy working on complex systems while helping shape technical direction and engineering s ...

    Java Developer for Trading (Securities Lending) VP

    Engineer the future of global finance. At Citi, our Tech team doesn’t just support finance – we are helping to redefine it. Every day, $5 trillion crosses through our network. We do business in 180+ countries operating at a scale few can match. From deploying advanced AI to helping shape global markets, we ...

    Java API Developer Northampton in Northampton Adecco

    Java API Developer - Northampton Northampton, United Kingdom Posted 10 months ago Tech Stack API Spring Boot SOLID Spring Framework API Gateway OOP Java Object-Oriented Programming < ...

    Java Developer — Backend Systems & APIs (Spring Boot)

    Halliburton is seeking a skilled Java developer to join our Neftex Technical Services Team in Abingdon. With over 3 years of experience, you will be responsible for designing and developing innovative subsurface evaluation solutions. This role offers the opportunity to grow in a collaborative Agile environmen ...

    Greenfield Front Office Java Developer – Hybrid London

    Hunter Bond is seeking a Front Office Java Developer to join an elite investment institution in London. You will build high-performance pricing and analytics tools, collaborating directly with traders and quants in a greenfield role. The position offers a competitive compensation package of up to £130k ...

    Documentum Java Solution Developer/Architect DV Cleared

    Documentum Java Solution Developer/Architect Must have an Active DV Clearance. The successful candidate will be proactive, adaptable and capable of reprioritising work based on changing customer requirements. The role involves solution development, design contribution, application support ...

    Hybrid Software Developer – Java/Kotlin/TS, Connectivity

    Pelion is looking for an enthusiastic Software Developer based in Glasgow with a strong knowledge of Java, Kotlin, or Typescript. This hybrid role involves working on the Connectivity Management Platform and integrating Mobile Network Operators to enhance our offerings. The ideal candidate should have ...

    Hybrid Belfast Java Developer — Mentorship & Growth Path

    Ocho People is looking for a Java Developer based in Belfast, offering a salary between £35,000 and £45,000. This role is open to junior through to mid-level candidates and features hybrid working, allowing for a balance of office and remote work. You will be part of a collaborative team where you can ...

    Hybrid Rapid Application Developer (Java) for Trading

    Dormont Manufacturing Co is looking for a Rapid Application Developer in London. This role focuses on quick application development with direct impacts on trading desks at a leading corporate bank. Ideal candidates should possess strong Java and JavaScript skills, with a proactive mindset. The position ...

    Full Stack Java Developer (Fixed Term Contract)

    At Broadridge, we empower ideas and innovation through a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. The Full Stack Java Developer will help build and evolve the International Processing Engine (IPE) application, delivering new features, enhancements, and fixes while meeting client delivery schedules ...

    Hybrid Java UI Developer Spring Boot + React

    Falcon Smart IT Limited is looking for a Java UI Developer based in London. This role is focused on developing scalable microservices and modern applications using Java Spring Boot and React JS. You will collaborate across teams and leverage AI-assisted tools to enhance productivity. This is a contract ...

    Hybrid Java Software Developer – Scalable Rail Tech

    Manchester Digital is seeking a Software Developer to join a collaborative engineering team. This hybrid role involves designing, developing, and maintaining software applications that impact real-world systems. The ideal candidate should have experience with Java applications, strong problem-solving s ...

    Back end Java Developer Investment Management Firm

    You get to build something from scratch, and the people you build it for sit right next to you. This is a greenfield project. No legacy codebase to wrestle with, no inherited technical debt to apologise for. You are designing and building from the ground up, owning the work across the full software lif ...

    Java Developer Hedge Fund 2 7 YOE

    Hiring a Java Developer to build and enhance high-performance trading and trade processing systems used in real-time financial environments. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex concurrency, scalability, and low-latency challenges across distributed systems. What You’ ...

    Junior Java Developer Mentored, Hands On Telematics

    Radius Limited in Crewe is seeking a Graduate / Junior Java Developer to contribute to our vehicle telematics business unit. The role offers practical experience on live projects, along with training and mentorship. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams, writing scalable code, and improving ...

    Software Engineer, Developer, Backend Java Identity IAM

    Software Engineer, Developer, Backend Java Identity - IAM Contract Until End of December 2026 (Renewable) Rate: £600 per day Inside IR35 Location:Essex based offices (between Brentwood and Basildon) 4 days a ...

    Java Developer Senior (new Project flexiable workig)

    Java Developer Senior (new Project flexiable workig) Joining an existing medium sized team you will be a leading developer on an exciting new development project. You must be able to bring new ideas as well as mentoring junior members of staff. The company and role will be demanding, but ...

    Software Engineer, Developer, Backend – Java – Identity IAM

    Software Engineer, Developer, Backend – Java – Identity - IAMContract – Until End of December 2026 (Renewable)Rate: £600 per day – Inside IR35Location: Essex based offices (between Brentwood and Basildon) 4 days a weekThe banking and finance arm of one of the world’s leading manufacturing compani ...

    Java Backend Developer London, UK (Fully REMOTE)

    Role: Java Backend Developer with Data PlatformType: 6 Months ContractLocation: London, UK (Fully REMOTE)Working Model: Fully REMOTEPayrate: £450 - £550 per Day on PAYE£530 - £630 per Day on RUPAYE£650 - £750 per Day on Inside IR35 via UmbrellaThe Role: Join our Data Infra ...

    Software Engineer, Developer, Backend Java Identity IAM

    Software Engineer, Developer, Backend Java Identity - IAM Contract Until End of December 2026 (Renewable) Rate: £600 per day Inside IR35 Location:Essex based offices (between Brentwood and Basildon) 4 days a week The banking and finance arm of one of the worlds leading manufacturing companies and a househol ...

    Greenfield Front Office Java Developer – Hybrid London

    Hunter Bond is seeking a Front Office Java Developer to join an elite investment institution in London. You will build high-performance pricing and analytics tools, collaborating directly with traders and quants in a greenfield role.The position offers a competitive compensation package of up to £130k ...

    Senior Java eTrading Developer Low Latency FX

    A leading consulting and solutions provider is seeking a skilled Senior eTrading Developer in London. This contract role involves developing low-latency components within an electronic trading platform. Responsibilities include working with stakeholders to design and implement systems, coding in Java, and suppor ...

    Software Engineer, Developer, Backend Java Identity IAM

    Software Engineer, Developer, Backend Java Identity - IAM Contract Until End of December 2026 (Renewable) Rate: £600 per day Inside IR35 Location:Essex based offices (between Brentwood and Basildon) 4 days a week The banking and finance arm of one of the worlds leading manufacturing companies and a household nam ...

    Senior Software Developer (Java/Scala) | Hybrid/Travel

    True North Group is seeking skilled individuals to deliver services in complex client environments across the UK. The role emphasizes Java or Scala experience and strong maintainable OO design, alongside Agile practices. You'll lead user stories and collaborate closely in teams, shaping backlogs and building ...

    Senior Java Developer Hybrid Cloud & AI (Flexible)

    IBM is seeking a Senior Java Developer to support Public Sector and Defence clients, focusing on designing high-quality applications. Responsibilities include application development using Java/JEE, participating in DevOps practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. IBM offers a flexible, ...

    Java Developer Onsite London (12 Month Contract)

    LA International is seeking a Java Developer to join their team in Greater London. The role involves hands-on Java application design and development, coupled with automated testing using Java 11 or higher. This is a 12-month contract, requiring on-site attendance three days a week. Candidates must sub ...

    Senior Java Developer – Capital Markets Front‑Office

    Adaptive in Greater London is seeking talented individuals for Java software development roles focused on building innovative capital markets products. This position requires experience in server-side Java development, strong analytical skills, and a collaborative approach to Agile methodologies. Benef ...

    DV Java Developer — AI & Cloud Big Data

    Clever CV is seeking a skilled software developer in Kingswood, UK, to contribute to exciting projects within the national security sector. You will collaborate with a team to design and develop cutting-edge software applications that defend against a variety of threats. The ideal candidate will posses ...

    Senior Java Developer – Middle Office Data Pipelines

    Jefferies is seeking a skilled professional for their Middle Office Development team in Greater London. This role combines technical capabilities with banking operations knowledge to implement solutions in a vendor SaaS environment. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience, particularly in dat ...

    Senior Java Developer FinTech AI Microservices (Hybrid)

    Sivara GmbH is looking for a Java Developer in Cardiff to join a team building features from scratch. The role is hybrid, with three days per week in the Cardiff office. Candidates should have strong Java experience, particularly with Spring Boot, and be motivated by continuous development. The ideal c ...

    Senior Fullstack Developer/Tech Lead with Java and React

    Senior Full stack Developer / Tech Lead (Java & React) PermanentGlasgow (Hybrid) Join an innovative, fast‑moving technology team building modern SaaS solutions that drive meaningful impact across complex business environments. As a Principal Engineer / Tech Lead, yo ...

    Lead Java Developer for High Traffic National Digital Platforms

    A tech recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Java Developer to join a major digital transformation programme. The successful candidate will lead a team of developers in building scalable solutions, contributing to modernising complex digital services. Strong recent experience with Java 21 and ...

    Lead Java Developer for High Traffic National Digital Platforms

    A tech recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Java Developer to join a major digital transformation programme. The successful candidate will lead a team of developers in building scalable solutions, contributing to modernising complex digital services. Strong recent experience with Java 21 and ...

    FX eTrading Java Developer — Low Latency Trading Tech Lead

    A global financial services company is seeking an experienced professional to implement FX trading systems. This role involves working with trading and quant teams, contributing to system design, and enhancing solution quality. Candidates should have a strong understanding of FX and ultra low-latency development ...

    Lead Java Scala Developer / PM in London Quant Capital

    This is a job posted by our partner Jooble Yes, it’s a start-up, yes it's bleeding edge. Language is irrelevant. I want bright technologists who can cut solid code. I offer relocation for strong candidates. Job Description Quant Capital is urgently looking for a Lead Java / Scala / R ...

    FX eTrading Java Developer — Low Latency Trading Tech Lead

    A global financial services company is seeking an experienced professional to implement FX trading systems. This role involves working with trading and quant teams, contributing to system design, and enhancing solution quality. Candidates should have a strong understanding of FX and ultra low-latency development ...

    Senior Fullstack Developer/Tech Lead with Java and React

    Senior Full stack Developer / Tech Lead (Java & React) PermanentGlasgow (Hybrid) Join an innovative, fast‑moving technology team building modern SaaS solutions that drive meaningful impact across complex business environments. As a Principal Engineer / Tech Lead, yo ...

    Lead Java Engineer

    Job DescriptionWe are looking for an accomplished and experienced Java Engineering Lead/Manager to lead our UKBI engineering team. Reporting into our Engineering Director, you will have a strong background in Java, microservices, serverless architecture, Docker, EKS and search technologie ...

    Java Technical Lead

    Working 2 days on site in LondonWorking for a leading consultancyAbout Our ClientThis opportunity is with a medium-sized organisation operating within the business services industry. The company is dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions and values technical exper ...

    Lead SDET – Java

    Job Description The Role As a lead SDET for this communications scale up you will be focused on leading a small highly focused team responsible for this businesses robust enterprise systems. You will work with appropriate stakeholders to ensure testing strategies and process ...

    Lead Java Engineer

    Join us to shape the future of financial technology and make a meaningful impact on your career. You’ll collaborate with talented professionals, solve complex challenges, and help build trusted market-leading products. We value creativity, inclusion, and continuous learning, offering you the opportunity to gr ...

    Lead Java Engineer

    We are supporting one of our client on a major Payments modernisation programme and we are looking to hire Lead Java Engineers to help design and build a new real-time event-driven platform. Note this role is a 12 months fixed term contract. Role Overview You will be part of a new ...

    Lead Java Engineer

    Senior UK/EMEA Technical Recruiter | Internal Mobility & Talent Partner | GDPR & Global Hiring Expert@ eTeam Max Rate: £469/day on inside Ir35 Clearance Required: SC Duration: 6 months Location: Telford Job Description: < ...

    Lead Java Engineer

    ABOUT LSEG LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. With over 300 years of experience, LSEG has contributed to financial stabi ...

    Lead Java Engineer

    Join us to shape the future of financial technology and make a meaningful impact on your career. You’ll collaborate with talented professionals, solve complex challenges, and help build trusted market-leading products. We value creativity, inclusion, and continuous learning, offering you the opportunity to ...

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