Software Engineer – Java Microservices

Software Engineer - Java Microservices 📍 Location: London (Hybrid)

About the Role

We're excited to be supporting our client, a leading organisation in the financial services sector, in their search for a Software Engineer (Java Microservices) to join a high-performing, collaborative engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and passionate developer who enjoys working on complex, large-scale systems.

You'll be designing, building, and maintaining innovative, secure, and high-performance software solutions that directly impact millions of customers. The environment is fast-paced, technically challenging, and highly rewarding - ideal for an engineer who wants to deepen their expertise in Java microservices, cloud technologies, and Agile delivery.

What You'll Be Doing

Designing, developing, testing, and deploying Java-based microservices within a distributed, cloud-native environment Working as part of a dedicated feature team, collaborating closely with engineers, architects, and business analysts Producing high-quality, maintainable software that meets both functional and non-functional requirements Taking full ownership across the software development lifecycle - from requirements and design through to deployment, monitoring, and support Contributing to the optimisation and continuous improvement of engineering practices and processes Applying Agile and CI/CD methodologies to ensure fast, reliable, and secure delivery of software

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience developing Java software with a strong understanding of object-oriented principles and design patterns Hands-on experience delivering microservices and working within distributed system architectures Knowledge of Agile delivery methods, including CI/CD pipelines and test automation frameworks Strong understanding of programming best practices around security, availability, performance, and observability Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, Agile environment A passion for clean code, scalability, and continuous learning Why Join?
• You'll be joining a progressive engineering culture that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.
• The team operates with autonomy and ownership, giving you the opportunity to make meaningful technical contributions while learning from experienced engineers and architects.
• You'll also have the chance to work on high-impact systems that support retail banking operations at scale - an ideal environment for engineers who want to grow their technical depth and career trajectory.
• Working Model This role offers a hybrid working arrangement - typically two days a week in the London office, with flexibility to work remotely for the rest of the week. *Rates depend on experience and client requirements