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Site Reliability Engineer III Java / Python

Job Description As a Site Reliability Engineer III at JPMorgan Chase within the External Collaboration team, you will lead development and integration of collaboration platforms such as VDRs, Microsoft 365 B2B, Client Portals, and Google Workspace. Site Reliability Engineering at JPMorgan Chase is ...

Senior C++/Java Engineer – Systems & Mentoring

London Stock Exchange is seeking a senior engineer for the design and development of high-quality software solutions using C++ and Java. This role emphasizes hands-on engineering and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance solution delivery. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of ex ...

High Performance Equities Risk Java Engineer

3761 Barclays - BX - UK is looking for an Equities Risk Software Engineer in London. The role involves building high-performance Java services that support critical risk functions while focusing on reliability and scalability in a container environment. Applicants should have solid Java and concurrency ...

Hybrid Java Solution Architect — Insurance, London

Michael Page is seeking a Java Solution Architect to join their expanding team in the Insurance sector. This hybrid role involves 1-2 days of work in London each week. In this position, you will design and develop scalable Java solutions, collaborate with teams to gather requirements, and provide archi ...

Senior Software Engineer Java Streaming Connectors

Senior Software Engineer - Java Streaming - Connectors United Kingdom (Remote) About ClickHouse Recognized on the 2025 Forbes Cloud 100 list, ClickHouse is one of the most innovative and fast-growing private cloud companies. With more than 3,000 customers and ARR that has grown ...

Java Trading Engineer — High Impact Platform

Vertus Partners is looking for a Java Software Engineer specializing in Systematic Trading in Greater London. In this role, you will develop core aspects of an execution platform that impacts trading performance. You'll collaborate closely with traders and researchers to improve system reliability and perform ...

Principal Software Engineer Java & AWS Leader

Very Group in Liverpool is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead a team in designing and implementing software solutions. The role emphasizes mentorship, quality code, and engineering best practices. Successful candidates will possess extensive experience with Java and AWS, along with a solid f ...

Senior Java Engineer Remote & Growth Focused

Version-1 is hiring Java developers in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role requires at least 4 years of Java development experience, with a focus on coding new developments and adhering to code quality standards. Candidates will work in a dynamic environment with exposure to modern technologies and coding practices ...

Principal Java Engineer API & Cloud Architect

A leading IT search consultancy is seeking a Senior Technical Leader or Principal Software Engineer in Manchester. You will lead a team in the API division, contribute to technical architecture, and work on impactful projects. Ideal candidates possess strong Java engineering and cloud skills. This role comes wit ...

Senior Java Microservices Engineer — Hybrid | Mentoring

Hastings Direct is seeking a Senior Microservices Engineer to join their CIO Technology Engineering team. In this role, you will design and maintain scalable microservices applications while mentoring junior engineers and participating in code reviews. This position supports flexible hybrid working fro ...

Software Engineer Java Engine by Starling

Overview Software Engineer - Java - Engine by Starling. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that powers Starling Bank, now a separate business. Engine helps banks and financial institutions worldwide benefit from innovative digital features and efficient bac ...

Senior/Principal Java Engineer Low Latency

We're looking for Senior and Principal Java Developers with a strong background in low‑latency systems to join us on a high‑performance trading and real‑time data project, for a major financial institution. You’ll be joining an environment where good software engineering truly matters 6 where clean ...

Senior Java Engineer — FX Payments Platform

A leading financial services company in London is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their team. You will execute creative software solutions and develop high-quality production code while collaborating with talented colleagues. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer scien ...

Intermediate Software Engineer – Java, DevOps & AI

Description We are looking for an Intermediate Java Developer to join our engineering team. This role is suited to a proficient engineer who can deliver high-quality software, take ownership of features, and contribute to continuous improvement within their squad. Department: Insurance Re ...

Equities Risk Software Engineer (Java, Concurrency)

hackajob is partnering with Barclays to find an Equities Risk Software Engineer in London. You will develop resilient Java services that support critical risk functions. The role demands strong Java fundamentals and experience in containerized environments, ensuring high performance under market stress. < ...

Senior Java Backend Engineer Cloud Security

Join an innovative startup in the cloud security sector as a Java/Golang Engineer, where you'll develop groundbreaking products and tackle complex engineering challenges. With a dynamic and collaborative work environment, this is your chance to be part of a rapidly growing company that values creativity and inno ...

Hybrid Full Stack Java & React Engineer

Title: Full Stack Java & React Software Engineer (Mid-Level) Location: Hybrid, 3 days a week in Manchester, 2 day remote Salary: From £50,000 Purpose of the role The role is to design, build and support highly scalable, highly available, performant ...

Java Engineer: Secure Backend & Intelligence Analytics

A leading technology company is seeking a Java Engineer to join their Security and Intelligence consulting team based in Greater London. The successful candidate will design, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance backend systems, including microservices and APIs. This role demands strong Java skills and ...

Senior Java Search Platform Engineer (Kubernetes)

Elsevier is seeking a Senior Software Engineer I to join their Search Platform team in Greater London. This role focuses on backend search service design and building reliable, cloud-native systems. Ideal candidates have strong backend engineering experience, practical knowledge of search technologies like Elast ...

Senior Java Engineer: Microservices, Spring & Cloud

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to focus on Java application design and development. The role requires hands-on experience with Java, knowledge of DevOps principles, and familiarity with cloud services. Essential skills include expertise in Spring Framework, Git, and microse ...

Senior Software Engineer Java & Search Platform

Senior Software Engineer I – Search Platform About the role We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer I to join the Search Platform team within Elsevier’s Search and AI Platform. This role is well suited to an experienced backend engineer with hands‑on search experience who enjoys build ...

Senior AWS/Java Engineer — Hybrid, London

A leading tech recruitment firm in London is looking for a Senior Engineer specializing in AWS and Java. You will design and build serverless features, mentor junior engineers, and lead code reviews. The ideal candidate has experience with distributed systems and a collaborative mindset. This role offers a compe ...

Software Engineer (Java/React on Linux)

Java Script Works is seeking a Software Engineer in Cheltenham, United Kingdom, for a full-time position with a competitive salary of up to £70K. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Java and/or C++, with solid experience in JavaScript, TypeScript, and React. Familiarity with Linux and unit testin ...

Senior Backend Engineer, FinTech Payments (Java)

A leading financial technology company based in the UK is seeking a backend engineer to join its newly-formed Acquiring Platform team. This role focuses on developing infrastructure for merchant payment solutions, including integrations with popular payment methods like Google Pay and Apple Pay. Ideal candidates ...

Senior Java Automation Engineer, FX eTrading

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 Engineer, Tooling — Ground Software & Dev

A leading software company in the space sector is seeking an experienced Java Engineer to join their innovative team in Edinburgh. This full-time role involves designing, developing, and testing ground software while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products. Candidates ...

Hybrid Java Backend Engineer | Spring, Microservices

A leading technology-focused organization is seeking skilled Java Software Engineers in Newcastle upon Tyne. You'll design and build scalable Java applications in an Agile environment, while also mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has significant experience with Java 8+, Spring, and strong collaboration ...

Adoption Platform Software Engineer — Java & AWS

A leading financial institution is seeking an Adoption Software Engineer to transform and modernise their digital platform. The successful candidate will lead in designing and developing software using Java and cloud technologies, while working collaboratively with various teams to meet business objectives. Cand ...

Backend Java Engineer – Scalable Fulfilment Platform

WeAreTechWomen in Welwyn Garden City is seeking a Backend Engineer (SDE2) to develop scalable, resilient systems for fulfilment operations. As a mid-level contributor, you will work on backend features and enhance your technical leadership skills. The ideal candidate has strong experience in Java, agil ...

Senior Quant Trading Engineer Java & Crypto

Quant Capital is urgently hiring for a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Quant Trading based in London, United Kingdom. The role offers a competitive salary range of £150,000-200,000, plus a bonus of £50,000-80,000. The position focuses on developing top-tier trading systems for a leading player ...

Full Stack Engineer: Java, React & Cloud

Java Script Works is seeking a Full Stack Engineer in Greater London. The ideal candidate should have substantial hands-on experience with Java (versions 7/8 to current), front-end frameworks like Angular or React, and expertise in cloud development. Key skills include knowledge of the Spring framework, selected ...

Global Java Backend Engineer — Scale & Performance

JINGDONG RETAIL (UK) LIMITED is seeking an experienced Java software engineer to develop software services for Joybuy across Europe. This role emphasizes system performance, scalability, and integration within a dynamic international environment. The candidate should have at least 3 years of Java and S ...

Senior Technical Architect AWS, Java & Springboot

hackajob is collaborating with Kainos for a Technical Architect role in Birmingham. You will lead teams to develop high-quality software solutions that impact users worldwide, requiring strong skills in Java, Springboot, and AWS. The position emphasizes technical ownership and decision-making in a fast ...

Adoption Software Engineer Java, Cloud Security

3761 Barclays - BX - UK is looking for an Assistant Vice President to design and improve software solutions in Glasgow, working with various engineering methodologies. Candidates should be skilled in Java and Public Cloud, particularly AWS, along with experience in authorization paradigms. The role inv ...

Software Engineer III Java/Automation Engineer

Job Description You’re ready to gain the skills and experience needed to grow within your role and advance your career — and we have the perfect software engineering opportunity for you. As a Test Automation Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Global Liquidity and Account Soluti ...

Senior Java/Kotlin Software Engineer Manchester

Senior Software Engineer - Manchester Zopa Bank is a new era of banking that redefines finance for customers. We started in 2005 building the first peer‑to‑peer lender, launched Zopa Bank in 2020, and are committed to listening to customers and flipping the finance experience. We’ ...

Software Engineer III Java/Automation Engineer

You’re ready to gain the skills and experience needed to grow within your role and advance your career — and we have the perfect software engineering opportunity for you. As a Test Automation Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Global Liquidity and Account Solutions team in Payments Techn ...

Test Automation Engineer Java & API Automation

A leading financial services company in Bournemouth is looking for a Test Automation Engineer to enhance software products. The role involves designing robust test automation frameworks using Java, collaborating with stakeholders, and supporting junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have a certification in sof ...

Senior Backend Engineer—Java, Cloud Microservices

JPMorgan Chase is looking for a Software Engineer III to join their International Consumer Bank team in London. This role involves developing cutting-edge cloud-native applications while ensuring reliable and secure systems. Candidates should have a solid background in Java, cloud technologies, and a passion for ...

Hybrid Edinburgh Backend Engineer Java & Spring

A leading financial services firm is seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to join their growing Engineering team in Edinburgh. The role involves collaborating within agile teams while delivering scalable backend services using Java and contributing to high-impact projects. Ideal candidates will have strong Ja ...

Hybrid AWS Backend Engineer Golang/Java

A leading security technology company in Northern Ireland seeks a Backend Engineer to manage project lifecycles from design to deployment. The successful candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in Golang or Java, alongside knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure. This role offers a hybrid wor ...

Senior Backend Engineer | Java, Spring & Microservices

Backbase is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer in Cardiff, United Kingdom. This role involves working with Java, Spring, and Microservices to deliver high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with integration patterns and a proactive approach to solving complex problems. <p ...

Senior Java Engineer — Scalable Game Tools

Rockstar Games in Leeds is seeking a passionate Senior Software Engineer to join the Information Systems team. This full-time role involves designing and implementing solutions for game development challenges. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of Java backend experience, strong command of the Spring Boo ...

Senior Java Software Engineer Payment Schemes

Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. Engineering Environment Starling engineers are excited about ...

VP Java Engineer – Trading & Securities Lending

A global financial institution is seeking a highly motivated software engineer for their Equities Technology team in London. The role requires 6-10 years of experience in application development with strong Java skills. Responsibilities include resolving complex problems, providing expert guidance in application ...

Senior Software Engineer II Investments Java

Company Description Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed. Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payment ...

Java Backend Engineer Spring Boot & Microservices

A London-based trading company is seeking an experienced Java Engineer to join their technology team on an initial 6-month contract. The role focuses on backend development using Java and Spring Boot, building scalable services, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have Java expertise, exp ...

Enterprise Architect ( Java J2ee) BFSI domain

Enterprise Architect (Java J2ee) – BFSI Domain Kryptos Technologies UK Limited London – Contract – 12 months + Key Responsibilities Strategic Engagement & Transformation Leadership Drive architectural discussions with CXOs, busi ...

Senior SDET (Java & Selenium) — Hybrid London

A leading energy company is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test to design and maintain automated testing frameworks. You will play a key role in building enterprise-level testing solutions and integrating best practices within the Agile framework. The position offers a competitive salary of £6 ...

Senior Java/Kotlin Software Engineer London

Overview Senior Software Engineer - London at Zopa Bank. Join to apply for the Senior Software Engineer - London role at Zopa Bank. We started our journey back in 2005, building the first ever peer-to-peer lending company. Fast forward to 2020 and we launched Zopa Bank. A bank that listens ...

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