Job Description
JOB TITLE: Fullstack Developer (Java/JavaScript)
SALARY: £47,790-58,410 per annum
LOCATION(S): Edinburgh, Leeds, Halifax, Manchester, Bristol
HOURS: Full-time – 35 hours per week
WORKING PATTERN: Hybrid working — spend at least two days per week, or 40% of time, at one of the listed offices.
End Date: Saturday 27 September 2025
Flexibility: We support flexible working — click here for more information on flexible working options.
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. We’re investing in our people, platforms, and products and are looking for passionate software engineers proficient in both Java and JavaScript to help create secure, scalable, 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 frontend and backend services.
* Build and deploy containerized applications with Docker and Kubernetes.
* Apply Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Test-Driven Development (TDD) principles.
* Collaborate 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 engineering strategy.
What You’ll Need
We’re looking for engineers who are adaptable, curious, and passionate about building great software. Please highlight relevant experience with the following skills and technologies:
Programming Expertise
* Hands-on experience with Java, including designing and implementing RESTful APIs supporting scalable, secure, and high-performance architectures.
* Familiarity with backend frameworks such as Spring Boot and Node.js is beneficial.
Frontend Development
* Hands-on experience in JavaScript/TypeScript for building modern, responsive UIs.
* Experience with React, Next.js, Redux, Vue.js, or Angular is highly desirable.
DevOps & Cloud
* Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Harness.
* Familiarity with Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration.
* Exposure to cloud platforms — Google Cloud Platform (GCP) preferred; AWS or Azure welcome.
Quality Testing & Automation
* Experience with automated testing tools like Jest, Cypress, or Pact.
* Commitment to writing reliable, maintainable, and well-tested code.
Recruitment Process
If selected, you may be invited to complete a technical interview with Karat. We’ll share your information with Karat in line with their privacy policy. We’re committed to inclusive recruitment and accessible processes; if you need adjustments, please let us know.
About Working For Us
We’re proud to be a leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We offer a menopause health package and other initiatives, and we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities, long-term health conditions, or neurodivergence who meet the minimum criteria. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
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
Ready for a career where you can have a positive impact as you learn, grow and thrive? Apply today and find out more.
About Lloyds Banking Group
We’re driven by a clear purpose: to help Britain prosper. Our colleagues shape the financial services of the future, with opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We keep your data safe and will only request confidential or sensitive information during the interview or offer stage for background checks. We’re focused on a values-led culture and building an inclusive workforce where everyone can contribute.
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