AI-First Senior Java Engineering Leader

The IG Group; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech company in London is seeking a Senior Java Engineering Manager to lead a talented team of AI engineers. In this role, you will drive hands-on engineering excellence using Java frameworks, prioritize engineering opportunities, and foster a culture of innovation. The ideal candidate has proven Java coding experience, strong architectural knowledge, and a commitment to AI-driven development. Enjoy a competitive salary and flexible benefits in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible Benefits Package (12%)

Private medical cover

Life insurance

Contribution to gym memberships

25 Days holiday

Access to LinkedIn Learning Platform

Employee-led diversity networks

Enhanced parental pay and leave

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on Java coding experience.
• Ability to identify and articulate real problems.
• Knowledge of modern architecture and Cloud technologies.
• Passion for coding with a measurement-driven approach.
• Excitement about AI-first development.
• Attitude to get things done.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of AI engineers.
• Drive hands-on engineering excellence across Java frameworks.
• Strategically prioritize an engineering opportunity backlog.
• Foster collaboration and continuous learning across the team.

Skills

Java coding experience

Problem identification and execution

Knowledge of microservices

APIs and Cloud technologies

AI-first development

Team leadership

Job description

A leading FinTech company in London is seeking a Senior Java Engineering Manager to lead a talented team of AI engineers. In this role, you will drive hands-on engineering excellence using Java frameworks, prioritize engineering opportunities, and foster a culture of innovation. The ideal candidate has proven Java coding experience, strong architectural knowledge, and a commitment to AI-driven development. Enjoy a competitive salary and flexible benefits in a hybrid work environment.