Senior Java Developer
Salary: £70,929 - £86,691 per annum
Locations: Leeds, Halifax, Manchester & Bristol
Hours: Full-time – 35 hours per week
Working pattern: Hybrid – at least two days per week (40%) at one of the offices above.
About This Opportunity
We’re not just a bank. We’re a technology‑led organisation with a bold ambition: to shape finance as a force for good. As we continue to invest in our people, platforms, and products, we’re looking for passionate Senior Java Developers to help us create secure, scalable, and customer‑first solutions.
If you thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy solving meaningful problems, and want to make a real impact – this could be the perfect next step in your career.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Design, develop, test, and deploy backend services.
* Build and deploy containerised applications with Docker and Kubernetes.
* Apply Domain‑Driven Design (DDD) and Test‑Driven Development (TDD) principles.
* Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Architects, and Quality Engineers.
* Integrate with internal systems and third‑party APIs to create seamless user experiences.
* Contribute to architectural decisions and help shape our engineering strategy.
* Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of learning and inclusion.
What You’ll Need
We’re looking for engineers who are adaptable, curious, and passionate about building great software. Highlight any relevant experience with the following skills and technologies in your application:
* Backend Development: Proven hands‑on experience with Java, including designing and implementing RESTful APIs that support scalable, secure, and high‑performance architectures.
* Familiarity with backend frameworks such as Spring Boot and Node.js is beneficial.
* DevOps & Cloud: Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Harness.
* Familiarity with Docker for containerisation and Kubernetes for orchestration.
* Exposure to cloud platforms – Google Cloud Platform (GCP) preferred, but AWS or Azure experience is also welcome.
* Quality Testing & Automation: Experience with automated testing tools like Jest, Cypress, or Pact.
* Commitment to writing reliable, maintainable, and well‑tested code.
Depending on the assessment, you may be invited to complete a technical interview with Karat – our trusted interviewing partner. As part of this stage, we’ll share your information with Karat in line with their privacy policy.
Benefits
* Up to 15% pension contribution
* Annual bonus (based on Group performance)
* Share schemes, including free shares
* 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
* Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle
* Generous parental leave and wellbeing support
How to Apply
Ready for a career where you can have a positive impact as you learn, grow and thrive? Apply today and find out more!
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