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Job Title: Senior Java Developer Day Rate: Via Umbrella Length of Contract: 6 months (huge potential for extension) Location: Bromley Hybrid (3 days onsite) About client: One of the largest financial institutions in the U.S., it serves millions across consumer banking, investment, and wealth management. Headquartered in North Carolina, it plays a pivotal role in global finance. Role Overview: We … are seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer with a strong background in the banking and financial services sector, particularly in corporate and commercial payments/deposits. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, developing and supporting robust, scalable applications, working within Agile delivery teams. Responsibilities: * Design, develop and maintain Java-based applications using the Spring Boot framework … required* Work both independently and collaboratively within Agile teams* Produce clear, well-documented code and technical documentation* Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels Skills & Responsibilities: * Strong proficiency in Java development, with experience spanning Java 11+ through to the latest versions (Java 24)* Solid experience with Spring Boot and microservices architecture* Hands-on experience with OpenShift or similar container orchestration More ❯

leading Tier 1 financial institution. You'll play a key role in enhancing and scaling their digital banking platform. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain robust, scalable applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Angular or React. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless end-to-end features, from user interfaces to backend services and database integration. Develop and consume … performance, testing, and security. Participate actively in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and continuous improvement efforts. Frontend: Angular (preferred), React, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, SASS RxJS, NgRx, Jasmine, Karma, Cypress Backend: Java (17+), Spring Boot REST APIs, JSON, OAuth 2.0 DevOps & Cloud: Azure (preferred), AWS (beneficial) Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform CI/CD with GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps Databases & Messaging: PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB … optional) Kafka, Redis (for messaging and caching) Requirements Extensive experience in full-stack development with strong expertise in Java and Angular. Solid understanding of REST API design, microservices architecture, and cloud-native development. Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and infrastructure as code. Strong grasp of Agile methodologies and collaborative team-based development. Excellent problem-solving abilities More ❯

MERITUS Talent are working with one the most well known aerospace conglomerates globally, for the recruitment of a Java Developer to join their Defence & Space team into their Portsmouth office. The role is for an initial 6-12 month assignment, paying £55 per hour via umbrella, and ideally looking for the right person to hold an active SC clearance. Contract … Java Developer - Microservices/Agile £55 per hour (Inside IR35) 6 months+ | Portsmouth A leading organisation in the aerospace and space systems sector is looking for an experienced Java Developer to join a 7-person Scrum team. The project involves building management systems for a new satellite programme. You'll be contributing across the full software development lifecycle - from design … architectural design (UML) Support CI/CD processes and automated testing frameworks Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code Work closely with internal and external stakeholders Essential Skills & Experience Java (version 8+) Spring Boot and Spring Framework (inc. Hibernate) RESTful APIs over HTTPS Microservices and distributed systems Agile development (Scrum) CI/CD pipelines Git and Jira (or similar tools More ❯

An instantly recognisable London-based financial services institution is actively seeking 2 Senior Java Developers with extensive banking experience to work on a business-critical project in the risk and pricing space. What you'll need to succeed 10+ years' Java Development experience within financial services - mandatory Good knowledge across a range of asset classes, ideally Fixed Income Strong spring More ❯

to work effectively in a team and adhere to process within a software development environment Knowledge of configuration management tools (e.g. Subversion, Git) DesirableSkills Experience in developing software in Java Agile development methodologies (e.g. Scrum, SAFe) Linux operating systems and scripting languages (e.g. Python) Infrastructure as code and container technologies (e.g. Puppet, Docker) COTS integration technologies (e.g. Apache Camel, Apache More ❯

Contract Opportunity: Java Software Engineer Location: City of London Contract Type: Temporary & Contract Sector: Software Development Salary: £400.00 - £450.00 Daily Reference No. BBBH375087 Contract Opportunity: Java Software Engineer - Outside IR35 Location: Central London (Hybrid - 2 days onsite)?? Contract: Outside IR35 | Rate: £450/day? Start: Late July/Early August | Duration: 12 months (with extensions) Looking for your next full … stack contract? Join a high-impact workstream focused on transforming the customer experience journey for a confidential client in a modern, cloud-native environment. Tech Stack Java, Spring Boot Angular, React, TypeScript AWS, REST APIs, Microservices MySQL What You'll Be Doing Building and maintaining scalable backend services using Java & Spring Boot Contributing to frontend development with Angular and React … infrastructure Supporting QA efforts and ensuring high code quality Collaborating in a hybrid team (2 days onsite in Central London) What We're Looking For Strong experience in backend Java development Solid frontend capabilities (Angular, React) Familiarity with AWS and microservices Comfortable with hybrid working and fast-paced delivery Available to start immediately (first week of June) Interview Process More ❯

Job Title: Java Engineer (Messaging - Transport Layer and Unix) Contract: 12 Months Location: London (2 to 3 Days Onsite) Work Pattern: Full Time Rate: Highly Competitive for Suitable Candidates Are you a passionate Java Engineer ready to make an impact in the fast-paced financial industry? Our client is looking for a talented individual to join their dynamic team, where … you will play a crucial role in the design, implementation, maintenance and testing of a state-of-the-art Equities position keeping system. Your Skills & Experience: Strong professional core Java development, Stong Unix, Messaging services and law latency experience. Experience with messaging services such as TIBCO RV/EMS, JMS, AMPS, and Apache Kafka is essential Proven experience in Unix … multi-threaded, large scale, fault-tolerant systems. Proficient in SQL queries and familiar with the Agile framework, including JIRA and Confluence. Familiarity with front-end tools like Java AWT and Google Web Toolkit. Solid understanding of object-oriented design principles and Java garbage collection, with a focus on concurrent low latency I/O is essential. Can demonstrate ability to More ❯

investment bank within a market-leading front-office team developing business-critical solutions for a range of stakeholders including traders and quants. What you'll need to succeed Extensive Java Development experience within financial services. Strong experience with reference data mandatory. Strong experience with springboot. Strong experience with cloud, ideally Azure or AWS. Good experience integrating with data services. What More ❯

SSO (Single Sign On), Elastic and Kibana. Strong communication skills Agile environment experience Nice to have: Working knowledge of Kafka/Docker/Jenkins/Postgres/Liquibase/Java NPPV3 Clearance Immediate availability If interested, with relevant experience, please apply with your latest CV ASAP. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment More ❯

learning. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience in UiPath development and test automation. Strong understanding of RPA concepts, test automation strategies, and QA methodologies. Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, VB.NET, or C#. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Bitbucket, Azure DevOps). Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication More ❯

hands-on experience as developer, programmer or data scientist would be preferred. * Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI/ML, such as Python, R, C, C++, or Java, and their associated security considerations. * Previous experience with ML, LLM, deep learning and data manipulation techniques, libraries, and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Jax, and scikit-learn is desirable. * Experience More ❯

and wikis (Gitlab, Endevor, JIRA, Confluence). Familiarity with DevOps and Agile methodologies, including CI/CD practices and Jenkins. Comprehensive understanding of SOA and Restful APIs. Desirable Skillsets: Java skill set with a strong foundation in OOP and functional programming (Java 8+). Familiarity with Spring Boot's annotations, configuration, and deployment. Experience in Restful API development. Hands-on More ❯

Type: Full-Time | Contract Department: Space Systems Engineering Team Size: 7 (Scrum Team) Hourly Rate: £55.00p/h Umbrella Inside IR35 About the Role We are seeking a skilled Java Developer to join an agile scrum team working on a cutting-edge satellite management system. You will be involved in all stages of the software development lifecycle, from design and … through automated testing and continuous integration. Engage with internal and external stakeholders in a professional manner. Maintain awareness of compliance risks and act with integrity. Required Skills & Experience Programming: Java Core (version 8+), Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Hibernate Architecture: Microservices, RESTful APIs, Distributed Systems Design: UML/SysML (using Enterprise Architect or similar), Software Design Patterns Development Practices: Agile (Scrum More ❯

with Oracle and AudioCodes SBCs, ARM/ECB, and backend management tools Familiarity with DevOps tools , Agile delivery, and automation practices Proficiency in Python , JavaScript , HTML/CSS , or Java/Kotlin Working knowledge of networking (routers, switches, firewalls, SASE) - Network+ or CCNA a plus Cloud certification (AWS, Azure or GCP preferred) Experience in writing detailed documentation and collaborating across More ❯

load, and security testing efforts as needed. Required Experience & Skills: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 3+ years of experience in automation testing. Proficiency in Java fundamentals. Hands-on experience with framework development and maintenance. Experience with tools such as Selenium, UiPath, Cypress, JUnit. Strong understanding of QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Experience with RESTful API More ❯

such as Ansible (preferred). Hands-on knowledge of building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines , e.g., Jenkins . Working experience in one or more programming/scripting languages: Java, JavaScript (React), PowerShell, C#, Python . Solid understanding of databases and SQL in platform contexts. Desired Certifications Red Hat Certified OpenShift Administrator Red Hat Certified OpenShift Application Developer Red Hat More ❯

of them): HTML5, REST Services, Web Services, XML, SQL, Visual Basic for Applications; Application server technologies and Relational data base management systems; programming languages and platforms like .NET, C#, JAVA, JavaScript More ❯

Job Title: Senior Java Developer - Electronic Trading Location: London A leading global financial firm is looking for a skilled Java Developer to join their Electronic Fixed Income team. You'll help build and improve fast, reliable trading systems that connect to global markets. What You'll Do Develop and improve electronic trading systems with a focus on speed and reliability. … technology. Support and improve existing trading tools. Solve technical problems and boost system performance. What You'll Need Strong experience in trading systems, 5+ in eTrading. Strong skills in Java , multi-threading, and low-latency development. Good understanding of fixed income or FX trading . Experience with Linux , TCP/UDP , and performance tuning. Familiar with test-driven development and More ❯

Technical Java Architect - Financial Services Rate - £500 per day Outside IR35 Duration - 6 months Location - Canary Wharf (2/3 times a week) Our client undertaking a comprehensive digital transformation programme aimed at delivering a leaner, more digital and operationally effective institution. As part of this strategic journey, they're seeking an experienced and hands-on Technical Architect to lead … Azure Cloud Platform, APIs, microservices, and integration patterns ERP platforms - payment orchestration tools Knowledge of security and compliance practices, especially in payments and exposure monitoring Hands on Technical Skills - Java Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all More ❯

where you will play a crucial role in the design, implementation, maintenance and testing of a state-of-the-art Equities position keeping system. Your Skills & Experience: Experienced in Java, Strong Unix, Messaging services Message replication, high-volume messaging, and scaling experience Experience with messaging services such as TIBCO RV/EMS, JMS, and Apache Kafka is essential Proven experience … infrastructure Middleware Transports/infrastructure Middleware Support is essential Proficient in SQL queries and familiar with the Agile framework, including JIRA and Confluence. Familiarity with front-end tools like Java AWT and Google Web Toolkit. Solid understanding of object-oriented design principles and Java garbage collection. Can demonstrate ability to work in a multi-faceted role (development, testing, support analysis … strong eagerness to learn is just as valuable! What You'll Do: Implement new functionalities in a distributed, high-volume, low-latency, multi-threaded event processing platform using core Java technologies within a Linux/Unix environment. Engage in all aspects of the development lifecycle: from requirements discussions and development to testing, release, and support queries. Collaborate with a global More ❯

where you will play a crucial role in the design, implementation, maintenance and testing of a state-of-the-art Equities position keeping system. Your Skills & Experience: Experienced in Java, Stong Unix, Messaging services Message replication, high-volume messaging, and scaling experience Experience with messaging services such as TIBCO RV/EMS, JMS, AMPS, and Apache Kafka is essential Proven … infrastructure Middleware Transports/infrastructure Middleware Support is essential Proficient in SQL queries and familiar with the Agile framework, including JIRA and Confluence. Familiarity with front-end tools like Java AWT and Google Web Toolkit. Solid understanding of object-oriented design principles and Java garbage collection. Can demonstrate ability to work in a multi-faceted role (development, testing, support analysis … strong eagerness to learn is just as valuable! What You'll Do: Implement new functionalities in a distributed, high-volume, low-latency, multi-threaded event processing platform using core Java technologies within a Linux/Unix environment. Engage in all aspects of the development lifecycle: from requirements discussions and development to testing, release, and support queries. Collaborate with a global More ❯

engineers with a strong background in infrastructure and a passion for automation and emerging technologies like Generative AI. Skills & Experience Needed Mandatory: Strong coding skills in Go, Python, or Java Deep experience with GitHub APIs, GitHub Actions, and GitHub Apps Background in Operations, SRE, or Infrastructure Engineering Familiarity with IaC tools like Terraform Solid understanding of modern SDLC practices and More ❯

Java Solution Architect (DV CLEARED) Contract Type: Contractor Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire - fully on site Rate: £600 per day inside IR35 Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Contract duration: 6 months+ Mandatory: DV Clearance active (will not consider non-cleared professionals) We are seeking a Java Solution Architect to join our dynamic team, committed to making the world more sustainable through innovation. … This role is based in a fast-paced environment where you will have the opportunity to grow and enhance your skills in Java development. Day-to-Day of the Role: Design, create, test, and document new and amended programs from supplied specifications, adhering to agreed standards. Provide application maintenance and support services, either directly to users of the applications or … and monitor your own work, with minimal need for escalation. Contribute to solution reviews and continuous improvement efforts within the team. Required Skills & Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of Java development experience within an enterprise environment. Strong understanding of source control and CI/CD principles. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Strong problem-solving skills and the More ❯

Truffle, or Foundry.4.Ability to critically assess and challenge third-party technical solutions and architectures.5.Familiarity with banking systems, financial regulations, and enterprise-grade security standards.6.Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go.7.Experience with version control (Git) and CICD pipelines.8.Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment9.Experience developing and deploying smart contracts and working More ❯

documentation and hands-on implementation.* Front End -Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript. - Primary skill (must have)* Back End - NodeJS, Mongoose, Event driven and Service Oriented Architectures. - Primary skill (good to have)* Java - Spring Boot, Maven, JPA, Hibernate. - Primary skill (good to have)* AWS - Service Buses, Function Apps, Event Grid, managing App Services. - Primary skill (good to have)* Database - SQL, MongoDB data and More ❯