Java Developer - Data Structure - Sybase - SQL - JMS - Equities - Investment Banking - Glasgow About The Role A core Server Side Java developer is required for a Tier 1 investment bank supporting the Equity Swaps business. This is a global Front Office team that writes the software supporting a leading provider of the Equity Swap product. This role will be within the Real Time calculation engine and its related components that is are the heart of the product suite. Primary responsibilities: The developer will work within an agile squad developing within a system comprising of numerous Java services that interact via messaging to produce the product outputs in Real Time. Technologies and techniques such as highly multi-threaded Java, Sharded Mongo DB and caching are used in the stack to provide the scale and performance that the product requires. Skills: - Core Server Side Java including Data Structures and Concurrency - Spring, Junit - Linux - Relational Databases (Sybase and/or DB2 is preferable) with ability to write SQL queries - Understanding of message-based architectures - Good Problem solving and analytical skills - Full SDLC experience and understanding - Excellent oral and written communication skills - An interest to learn the business supported by the applications - Knowledge and desire to use agile software development practices Skills Desired: - JMS, MQ, Kafka - MongoDB - Knowledge of a range of common Open Source libraries used in Java development - Database performance tuning (relational and document) - Python/Shell Scripting - Financial domain knowledge (eg Equities) Inside IR35 - hybrid working - Glasgow Based
Sep 09, 2025
Contractor
Java Developer - Data Structure - Sybase - SQL - JMS - Equities - Investment Banking - Glasgow About The Role A core Server Side Java developer is required for a Tier 1 investment bank supporting the Equity Swaps business. This is a global Front Office team that writes the software supporting a leading provider of the Equity Swap product. This role will be within the Real Time calculation engine and its related components that is are the heart of the product suite. Primary responsibilities: The developer will work within an agile squad developing within a system comprising of numerous Java services that interact via messaging to produce the product outputs in Real Time. Technologies and techniques such as highly multi-threaded Java, Sharded Mongo DB and caching are used in the stack to provide the scale and performance that the product requires. Skills: - Core Server Side Java including Data Structures and Concurrency - Spring, Junit - Linux - Relational Databases (Sybase and/or DB2 is preferable) with ability to write SQL queries - Understanding of message-based architectures - Good Problem solving and analytical skills - Full SDLC experience and understanding - Excellent oral and written communication skills - An interest to learn the business supported by the applications - Knowledge and desire to use agile software development practices Skills Desired: - JMS, MQ, Kafka - MongoDB - Knowledge of a range of common Open Source libraries used in Java development - Database performance tuning (relational and document) - Python/Shell Scripting - Financial domain knowledge (eg Equities) Inside IR35 - hybrid working - Glasgow Based
Senior Java Developer - Glasgow - Investment Banking - Data/Spring/Linux/SQL/SDLC/Equity Primary responsibilities: The developer will work within an agile squad developing within a system comprising of numerous Java services that interact via messaging to produce the product outputs in Real Time. Technologies and techniques such as highly multi-threaded Java, Sharded Mongo DB and caching are used in the stack to provide the scale and performance that the product requires. Skills: - Core Server Side Java including Data Structures and Concurrency - Spring, Junit - Linux - Relational Databases (Sybase and/or DB2 is preferable) with ability to write SQL queries - Understanding of message-based architectures - Good Problem solving and analytical skills - Full SDLC experience and understanding - Excellent oral and written communication skills - An interest to learn the business supported by the applications - Knowledge and desire to use agile software development practices Skills Desired: - JMS, MQ, Kafka - MongoDB - Knowledge of a range of common Open Source libraries used in Java development - Database performance tuning (relational and document) - Python/Shell Scripting - Financial domain knowledge (eg Equities) Glasgow based - hybrid - Inside IR35 By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Sep 09, 2025
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Senior Java Developer - Glasgow - Investment Banking - Data/Spring/Linux/SQL/SDLC/Equity Primary responsibilities: The developer will work within an agile squad developing within a system comprising of numerous Java services that interact via messaging to produce the product outputs in Real Time. Technologies and techniques such as highly multi-threaded Java, Sharded Mongo DB and caching are used in the stack to provide the scale and performance that the product requires. Skills: - Core Server Side Java including Data Structures and Concurrency - Spring, Junit - Linux - Relational Databases (Sybase and/or DB2 is preferable) with ability to write SQL queries - Understanding of message-based architectures - Good Problem solving and analytical skills - Full SDLC experience and understanding - Excellent oral and written communication skills - An interest to learn the business supported by the applications - Knowledge and desire to use agile software development practices Skills Desired: - JMS, MQ, Kafka - MongoDB - Knowledge of a range of common Open Source libraries used in Java development - Database performance tuning (relational and document) - Python/Shell Scripting - Financial domain knowledge (eg Equities) Glasgow based - hybrid - Inside IR35 By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Robert Half Technology are assisting a global market leading technology consultancy to recruit a Spotify Backstage Developer on a contract basis - remote working - outside IR35 We're looking for a skilled Backstage Developer to help design, build, and maintain internal developer portal using Spotify Backstage. This role will focus on improving the developer experience across our engineering teams by centralising tools, documentation, and workflows into a single, cohesive platform. Role The Spotify Backstage Developer will design, develop, and maintain plugins and extensions within Spotify Backstage. Integrate Backstage with existing infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring tools, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP). Collaborate with DevOps, platform, and software engineering teams to streamline developer workflows. Ensure scalability, security, and usability of the developer portal. Provide technical guidance, documentation, and training for engineering teams adopting Backstage. Contribute to Backstage open-source ecosystem (where applicable). Profile The Spotify Backstage Developer will have strong experience in TypeScript/JavaScript (React knowledge highly desirable). Experience working with Spotify Backstage (building plugins, extending the framework). Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure). Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, developer workflows, and DevOps tooling. Knowledge of Kubernetes and service catalog management is a plus. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate across teams. Company Global market leading technology consultancy Remote working - occasional visits to their London office Initial 6 month contract outside IR35 Salary & Benefits The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training . Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.
Sep 08, 2025
Full time
Robert Half Technology are assisting a global market leading technology consultancy to recruit a Spotify Backstage Developer on a contract basis - remote working - outside IR35 We're looking for a skilled Backstage Developer to help design, build, and maintain internal developer portal using Spotify Backstage. This role will focus on improving the developer experience across our engineering teams by centralising tools, documentation, and workflows into a single, cohesive platform. Role The Spotify Backstage Developer will design, develop, and maintain plugins and extensions within Spotify Backstage. Integrate Backstage with existing infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring tools, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP). Collaborate with DevOps, platform, and software engineering teams to streamline developer workflows. Ensure scalability, security, and usability of the developer portal. Provide technical guidance, documentation, and training for engineering teams adopting Backstage. Contribute to Backstage open-source ecosystem (where applicable). Profile The Spotify Backstage Developer will have strong experience in TypeScript/JavaScript (React knowledge highly desirable). Experience working with Spotify Backstage (building plugins, extending the framework). Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure). Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, developer workflows, and DevOps tooling. Knowledge of Kubernetes and service catalog management is a plus. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate across teams. Company Global market leading technology consultancy Remote working - occasional visits to their London office Initial 6 month contract outside IR35 Salary & Benefits The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training . Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.
Software Development Team Lead Software Development Team Lead required by a leading global Cloud Technology company based in Bracknell. The company are working on cutting-edge technology including AI and propensity modelling. The Software Development Team Lead will be responsible for the software engineering output of the team. This will be a leadership role however the successful Software Development Team Lead will also be expected to be hands-on writing code when required, as well as designing architecture. Therefore the successful candidate will have strong hands-on coding knowledge. The company are happy to consider a Senior/Lead Developer who is looking to step up into more of a leadership role. They operate on a hybrid model which involves 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. Essential experience: Degree in STEM subject from a Russell Group or Red Brick University Experience leading software development teams Knowledge of either C# or React Strong experience with SQL Source control, ideally Git Agile Any experience in the following would be advantageous: Latest versions of .NET AI, Machine Learning JavaScript, TypeScript and associated frameworks Containers, Docker, Kubernetes NoSQL Test tools such as xUnit, Cypress, Selenium, Jest, SoapUI This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company using the latest tools and technologies. If you are looking for a role of this nature, please contact or call . Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 08, 2025
Full time
Software Development Team Lead Software Development Team Lead required by a leading global Cloud Technology company based in Bracknell. The company are working on cutting-edge technology including AI and propensity modelling. The Software Development Team Lead will be responsible for the software engineering output of the team. This will be a leadership role however the successful Software Development Team Lead will also be expected to be hands-on writing code when required, as well as designing architecture. Therefore the successful candidate will have strong hands-on coding knowledge. The company are happy to consider a Senior/Lead Developer who is looking to step up into more of a leadership role. They operate on a hybrid model which involves 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. Essential experience: Degree in STEM subject from a Russell Group or Red Brick University Experience leading software development teams Knowledge of either C# or React Strong experience with SQL Source control, ideally Git Agile Any experience in the following would be advantageous: Latest versions of .NET AI, Machine Learning JavaScript, TypeScript and associated frameworks Containers, Docker, Kubernetes NoSQL Test tools such as xUnit, Cypress, Selenium, Jest, SoapUI This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company using the latest tools and technologies. If you are looking for a role of this nature, please contact or call . Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Software Developer - C# Senior Software Developer required by a leading Cloud Technology company based in Bracknell. The company are working on cutting-edge technology including AI and propensity modelling. This is a brand-new position due to growth and will join a well-established, high calibre development team. The company operate on a hybrid model which involves 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. Essential experience: Degree in Computer Science or other STEM subject ideally from a Russell Group University 5+ years' experience in a software development role C# SQL Server Source control, ideally Git Experience working within an Agile environment Any experience in the following would be advantageous: .NET 5/6 JavaScript, TypeScript and frameworks such as React.js Docker, Kubernetes NoSQL This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company using the latest tools and technologies. If you are looking for a role of this nature, please contact or call . Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 08, 2025
Full time
Senior Software Developer - C# Senior Software Developer required by a leading Cloud Technology company based in Bracknell. The company are working on cutting-edge technology including AI and propensity modelling. This is a brand-new position due to growth and will join a well-established, high calibre development team. The company operate on a hybrid model which involves 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. Essential experience: Degree in Computer Science or other STEM subject ideally from a Russell Group University 5+ years' experience in a software development role C# SQL Server Source control, ideally Git Experience working within an Agile environment Any experience in the following would be advantageous: .NET 5/6 JavaScript, TypeScript and frameworks such as React.js Docker, Kubernetes NoSQL This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company using the latest tools and technologies. If you are looking for a role of this nature, please contact or call . Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Software Developer - C# Software Developer required by a leading Cloud Technology company based in Bracknell. The company are working on cutting-edge technology including AI and propensity modelling. This is a brand-new position due to growth and will join a well-established, high calibre development team. The company operate on a hybrid model which involves 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. Essential experience: Degree in Computer Science or other STEM subject ideally from a Russell Group University 3+ years' experience in a software development role C# SQL Server Source control, ideally Git Experience working within an Agile environment Any experience in the following would be advantageous: .NET 5/6 JavaScript, TypeScript and frameworks such as React.js Docker, Kubernetes NoSQL This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company using the latest tools and technologies. If you are looking for a role of this nature, please contact or call . Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 08, 2025
Full time
Software Developer - C# Software Developer required by a leading Cloud Technology company based in Bracknell. The company are working on cutting-edge technology including AI and propensity modelling. This is a brand-new position due to growth and will join a well-established, high calibre development team. The company operate on a hybrid model which involves 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. Essential experience: Degree in Computer Science or other STEM subject ideally from a Russell Group University 3+ years' experience in a software development role C# SQL Server Source control, ideally Git Experience working within an Agile environment Any experience in the following would be advantageous: .NET 5/6 JavaScript, TypeScript and frameworks such as React.js Docker, Kubernetes NoSQL This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company using the latest tools and technologies. If you are looking for a role of this nature, please contact or call . Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Broster Buchanan are partnered with a quickly growing eCommerce business who are looking for a Backend Integrations Developer with a strong background in e-commerce systems and backend integrations to join their fast-paced, tech-forward software engineering team. This role will focus on the development and maintenance of scalable, cloud-native software solutions that integrate their e-commerce platform with critical business systems including Warehouse Management, Finance, Inventory, and other back-office applications.The role will be based in their Liverpool office with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote working per week. On offer is a salary of £55k - £65k + 10% bonus (with plenty of flexibility for the right person). Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain backend integrations between e-commerce systems and ERP/WMS/Finance platforms. Build cloud-native, containerised applications and services using modern frameworks and design patterns. Create middleware and intranet applications that streamline internal workflows and communication between distributed systems. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code across multiple languages (C#, PHP, Python, JavaScript). Develop and consume REST APIs, ensuring secure, performant communication between services. Ensure scalability and resilience in applications handling large volumes of traffic and burst events. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, Infrastructure, and Product, to deliver robust systems. Leverage observability tools to monitor, alert, and troubleshoot application and integration health. Stay current on AI-driven software development practices (e.g., GPT-assisted development, Agentic AI workflows) and suggest practical implementations. Participate in architecture reviews, sprint planning, code reviews, and knowledge sharing. Requirements: Strong experience in backend systems and technologies, such as .NET 8 or 9, C# or Golang Experience in various SQL dialects, including MySQL, MSSQL, PostgreSQL Familiarity with Redis, ElasticSearch and REST APIs Experience with Windows-based development: services, scheduled tasks, web servers (e.g. IIS) Experience with containers such as Docker or Kubernetes and Cloud platforms: AWS (preferred), Azure, or GCP Beneficial to have Magento or other open-source e-commerce platform integration experience Prior experience building middleware for data sync, order processing, and internal APIs in a multi-system e-commerce environment would be highly beneficial
Sep 08, 2025
Full time
Broster Buchanan are partnered with a quickly growing eCommerce business who are looking for a Backend Integrations Developer with a strong background in e-commerce systems and backend integrations to join their fast-paced, tech-forward software engineering team. This role will focus on the development and maintenance of scalable, cloud-native software solutions that integrate their e-commerce platform with critical business systems including Warehouse Management, Finance, Inventory, and other back-office applications.The role will be based in their Liverpool office with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote working per week. On offer is a salary of £55k - £65k + 10% bonus (with plenty of flexibility for the right person). Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain backend integrations between e-commerce systems and ERP/WMS/Finance platforms. Build cloud-native, containerised applications and services using modern frameworks and design patterns. Create middleware and intranet applications that streamline internal workflows and communication between distributed systems. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code across multiple languages (C#, PHP, Python, JavaScript). Develop and consume REST APIs, ensuring secure, performant communication between services. Ensure scalability and resilience in applications handling large volumes of traffic and burst events. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, Infrastructure, and Product, to deliver robust systems. Leverage observability tools to monitor, alert, and troubleshoot application and integration health. Stay current on AI-driven software development practices (e.g., GPT-assisted development, Agentic AI workflows) and suggest practical implementations. Participate in architecture reviews, sprint planning, code reviews, and knowledge sharing. Requirements: Strong experience in backend systems and technologies, such as .NET 8 or 9, C# or Golang Experience in various SQL dialects, including MySQL, MSSQL, PostgreSQL Familiarity with Redis, ElasticSearch and REST APIs Experience with Windows-based development: services, scheduled tasks, web servers (e.g. IIS) Experience with containers such as Docker or Kubernetes and Cloud platforms: AWS (preferred), Azure, or GCP Beneficial to have Magento or other open-source e-commerce platform integration experience Prior experience building middleware for data sync, order processing, and internal APIs in a multi-system e-commerce environment would be highly beneficial
JavaScript Developer Location: 3 days per wk from home / 2 days in London Salary: Circa 65k 80k + Benefits JavaScript Developer required by required by fast-growing, revolutionary tech company! This is a varied, challenging role in a talented team where you ll be responsible for developing scalable backend services that bring their AI vision to life. You don t need to be a machine learning researcher but you do need to know how to integrate modern AI capabilities into productions Essential: At least 4yrs backend development experience Solid Node.js expertise Strong understanding of scalable backend design, REST/GraphQL APIs, and event-driven systems Experience using LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic etc.) or open-source models (Langchain, LLamaIndex, Haystack etc.) Able to work with AWS, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines Tremendous opportunity offering plenty of scope for career progression in a friendly, innovative environment where you'll be able to bring ideas and keep up to date with emerging technologies! Apply now for FULL details!
Sep 08, 2025
Full time
JavaScript Developer Location: 3 days per wk from home / 2 days in London Salary: Circa 65k 80k + Benefits JavaScript Developer required by required by fast-growing, revolutionary tech company! This is a varied, challenging role in a talented team where you ll be responsible for developing scalable backend services that bring their AI vision to life. You don t need to be a machine learning researcher but you do need to know how to integrate modern AI capabilities into productions Essential: At least 4yrs backend development experience Solid Node.js expertise Strong understanding of scalable backend design, REST/GraphQL APIs, and event-driven systems Experience using LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic etc.) or open-source models (Langchain, LLamaIndex, Haystack etc.) Able to work with AWS, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines Tremendous opportunity offering plenty of scope for career progression in a friendly, innovative environment where you'll be able to bring ideas and keep up to date with emerging technologies! Apply now for FULL details!
Our client, a prominent player in the insurtech sector, is seeking a passionate and skilled Java Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This permanent role will involve working closely with engineering squads, architects, and platform teams to ensure the company's APIs are well-designed, discoverable, versioned, and aligned with modern integration patterns. The ideal candidate will also guide the adoption of API tooling and platforms such as TIBCO, Apigee, or Azure API Management, enhancing the developer experience both internally and externally. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & API Strategy Define and maintain the organisation's API strategy, including standards for design, documentation, versioning, security, and lifecycle management. Establish and evolve reusable API design patterns, working closely with architects and platform teams. Guide platform adoption and integration of API gateway/orchestration tools (e.g., TIBCO, Apigee, Azure API Management). Support consistent enforcement of API governance policies, authentication mechanisms, and API analytics. Contribute to the long-term roadmap for API enablement, developer tooling, and discoverability. Design, Development & Enablement Design and build Spring Boot-based APIs that are scalable, testable, and well-structured. Lead or support squads in the delivery of high-impact integration solutions across services and platforms. Collaborate on reusable API assets such as SDKs, templates, shared schemas, and common middleware. Implement robust error handling, logging, and observability across services and endpoints. Promote automation of API tests, documentation, contract validation, and pipeline integration. Collaboration & Engineering Maturity Act as a subject matter expert for APIs across squads and tribes, supporting design reviews, peer mentoring, and training. Participate in planning, backlog refinement, and sprint activities as a senior technical voice. Collaborate with architecture, security, and governance teams to align APIs with organisational principles. Contribute to Chapter and Guild forums, raising the bar for API engineering across the organisation. Lead efforts to reduce technical debt, improve platform resilience, and accelerate onboarding for new API consumers. Job Requirements: Technical Expertise Essential: Strong commercial experience building APIs using Java and Spring Boot in a production environment. Deep knowledge of RESTful API design, including best practices for resource modelling, pagination, and error handling. Proven experience with API versioning strategies, backward compatibility, and lifecycle management. Familiarity with OpenAPI/Swagger specifications and API documentation tooling. Solid understanding of API security, including OAuth2, API keys, scopes, JWT, and rate limiting. Strong testing experience, including contract testing, unit, integration, and end-to-end tests. Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and infrastructure-as-code concepts. Desirable: Experience with API gateway/orchestration platforms, such as TIBCO, Apigee, or Azure API Management. Experience with asynchronous patterns, such as event-driven architecture or messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). Familiarity with containerisation (Docker) and deployment in Kubernetes environments. Exposure to GraphQL and other modern API approaches. Behavioural Competencies Strategic Thinking: Aligns API design and platform tooling with organisational goals and future scalability. Technical Leadership: Mentors engineers, shares best practices, and supports consistent implementation across teams. Collaboration: Works across squads, architecture, and platform areas to unify integration approaches. Communication: Explains complex API design choices clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. Accountability: Takes ownership of engineering quality, platform reliability, and strategic delivery. Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to simplify, standardise, or automate aspects of API delivery. Resilience & Knowledge Sharing: Encourages documentation, reusable assets, and team resilience through shared learning. Benefits: Permanent position with opportunities for career growth Work within a leading insurtech company Access to continuous professional development and training Supportive and collaborative team environment Comprehensive employee benefits package If you are a Java Software Engineer looking for a dynamic role within the insurtech industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Our client, a prominent player in the insurtech sector, is seeking a passionate and skilled Java Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This permanent role will involve working closely with engineering squads, architects, and platform teams to ensure the company's APIs are well-designed, discoverable, versioned, and aligned with modern integration patterns. The ideal candidate will also guide the adoption of API tooling and platforms such as TIBCO, Apigee, or Azure API Management, enhancing the developer experience both internally and externally. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & API Strategy Define and maintain the organisation's API strategy, including standards for design, documentation, versioning, security, and lifecycle management. Establish and evolve reusable API design patterns, working closely with architects and platform teams. Guide platform adoption and integration of API gateway/orchestration tools (e.g., TIBCO, Apigee, Azure API Management). Support consistent enforcement of API governance policies, authentication mechanisms, and API analytics. Contribute to the long-term roadmap for API enablement, developer tooling, and discoverability. Design, Development & Enablement Design and build Spring Boot-based APIs that are scalable, testable, and well-structured. Lead or support squads in the delivery of high-impact integration solutions across services and platforms. Collaborate on reusable API assets such as SDKs, templates, shared schemas, and common middleware. Implement robust error handling, logging, and observability across services and endpoints. Promote automation of API tests, documentation, contract validation, and pipeline integration. Collaboration & Engineering Maturity Act as a subject matter expert for APIs across squads and tribes, supporting design reviews, peer mentoring, and training. Participate in planning, backlog refinement, and sprint activities as a senior technical voice. Collaborate with architecture, security, and governance teams to align APIs with organisational principles. Contribute to Chapter and Guild forums, raising the bar for API engineering across the organisation. Lead efforts to reduce technical debt, improve platform resilience, and accelerate onboarding for new API consumers. Job Requirements: Technical Expertise Essential: Strong commercial experience building APIs using Java and Spring Boot in a production environment. Deep knowledge of RESTful API design, including best practices for resource modelling, pagination, and error handling. Proven experience with API versioning strategies, backward compatibility, and lifecycle management. Familiarity with OpenAPI/Swagger specifications and API documentation tooling. Solid understanding of API security, including OAuth2, API keys, scopes, JWT, and rate limiting. Strong testing experience, including contract testing, unit, integration, and end-to-end tests. Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and infrastructure-as-code concepts. Desirable: Experience with API gateway/orchestration platforms, such as TIBCO, Apigee, or Azure API Management. Experience with asynchronous patterns, such as event-driven architecture or messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). Familiarity with containerisation (Docker) and deployment in Kubernetes environments. Exposure to GraphQL and other modern API approaches. Behavioural Competencies Strategic Thinking: Aligns API design and platform tooling with organisational goals and future scalability. Technical Leadership: Mentors engineers, shares best practices, and supports consistent implementation across teams. Collaboration: Works across squads, architecture, and platform areas to unify integration approaches. Communication: Explains complex API design choices clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. Accountability: Takes ownership of engineering quality, platform reliability, and strategic delivery. Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to simplify, standardise, or automate aspects of API delivery. Resilience & Knowledge Sharing: Encourages documentation, reusable assets, and team resilience through shared learning. Benefits: Permanent position with opportunities for career growth Work within a leading insurtech company Access to continuous professional development and training Supportive and collaborative team environment Comprehensive employee benefits package If you are a Java Software Engineer looking for a dynamic role within the insurtech industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team.
