Senior Java Developer – Backend / Microservices
Location:
Manchester
Employment Type:
Permanent / Full-Time
About the Role
We’re looking for a
Senior Java Developer
with
financial services experience
to join a high-performing engineering team in Manchester. You’ll design, build, and maintain
Java-based microservices
that power secure, scalable financial platforms, working closely with product and DevOps teams in a modern, agile environment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and enhance
backend services and APIs
using Java and Spring Boot.
Design and deliver
microservices architectures
for high-performance financial systems.
Collaborate across teams to ensure secure, reliable, and scalable solutions.
Contribute to best practices in testing, CI/CD, and cloud deployment.
Skills \& Experience
Strong experience in
Java (11+)
,
Spring Boot
, and
microservices
.
Proven background in
financial services
, fintech, or similar regulated industries.
Solid understanding of
API design
,
messaging (Kafka/RabbitMQ)
, and
databases
(SQL/NoSQL).
Experience with
Docker
,
Kubernetes
, and
cloud platforms
(AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.
What’s on Offer
Competitive package with bonus and benefits.
Hybrid working based in Manchester.
Opportunity to work on complex, business-critical financial systems in a collaborative environment.