Senior Software Developer in London

Role: Senior Java Engineer

Client: Financial Services Firm

Compensation: £130,000 + Comps

Location: Hybrid (London)

Overview

A global financial services organisation is growing a senior Java engineering team to support a strategic, business-critical technology platform. This is a hands-on, senior level role suited to experienced engineers who enjoy working on complex systems while helping shape technical direction and engineering standards. This is an opportunity to join a delivery-focused team operating at a high level within a global enterprise.

The Role

You will be operating at a senior / VP level, contributing hands-on to the development of a strategic enterprise platform. The position involves supporting the ongoing evolution of a long-term, globally used system while collaborating with other senior engineers to drive platform quality and stability.

Key responsibilities include

• Contributing hands-on to the development of a strategic enterprise platform
• Helping shape technical standards, design approaches, and best practices
• Collaborating with other senior engineers to drive platform quality and stability
• Supporting the ongoing evolution of a long-term, globally used system
• Working closely with business-facing stakeholders to ensure delivery excellence

Requirements

• Strong Java backend development experience (modern Java versions)
• Proven background building high-quality, scalable applications in complex environments
• Experience working closely with business-facing stakeholders
• Comfortable operating at senior / VP level in a delivery-focused team
• Deep understanding of engineering standards and design patterns

What's on Offer

• Competitive compensation package of £130,000 + Comps
• Opportunity to influence a strategic, business-critical global platform
• Hybrid working model based in London
• Exposure to complex, large-scale financial systems
• Clear path for high-level technical leadership and ownership

If you are a Senior Java Engineer looking to join one of the world's most elite teams, please apply for more information.