Backend Developer (Java)

Capco; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension

Health insurance

Life insurance

Critical illness cover

Mental Health support

Holiday flexibility

Job summary

Capco is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join our Edinburgh-based engineering team. You will build scalable backend services in Java, design APIs and microservices, and work across AWS with modern deployment practices.

You will collaborate with clients, product managers and fellow engineers in an agile environment, with strong emphasis on learning, growth and delivering impact for financial services and energy domains.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot
• Experience deploying solutions into cloud environments (AWS)
• Understanding of microservices, event-driven design, and cloud-native architecture
• Strong grasp of SQL and NoSQL databases
• CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools

Responsibilities

• Build and deliver scalable backend services using Java (11, 17+)
• Design and implement APIs and microservices for enterprise systems
• Work across cloud platforms, particularly AWS, using best practice deployment techniques
• Contribute to architecture discussions and solution design
• Collaborate in agile teams alongside clients, product managers, and other engineers

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

AWS

Microservices

SQL/NoSQL

CI/CD

Tools

Terraform

Kafka

OAuth2

AWS Lambda

CloudFormation

Job description

Backend Software Engineer - Java at Capco

Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid) | Type: Permanent

The Role

Capco is growing our Engineering team and we're looking for experienced Backend Engineers with strong Java skills and a passion for delivering innovative solutions in financial services. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with cloud-native technologies, and collaborating in agile teams, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Backend Engineer at Capco, you'll contribute to high-impact, client-facing projects that shape the future of financial services. You'll work alongside talented engineers, have access to industry-leading training, and get the opportunity to grow your skills across multiple platforms. You will also get the chance to work across different domains within FS & Energy.

What You'll Do

• Build and deliver scalable backend services using Java (11, 17+)
• Design and implement APIs and microservices for enterprise systems
• Work across cloud platforms, particularly AWS, using best practice deployment techniques
• Contribute to architecture discussions and solution design
• Collaborate in agile teams alongside clients, product managers, and other engineers

What We're Looking For

• Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot
• Experience deploying solutions into cloud environments (preferably AWS)
• Understanding of microservices, event-driven design, and cloud-native architecture
• Strong grasp of SQL and NoSQL databases
• Solid experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools

Bonus Points For

• Terraform, CloudFormation, or other infrastructure-as-code tools
• Experience with serverless functions (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions)
• Messaging systems like Kafka or RabbitMQ
• Familiarity with security protocols such as OAuth2 and SAML
• QA automation and integration with third-party platforms

Why Join Capco

You'll be part of a team where your voice matters. We're collaborative, non-hierarchical, and laser-focused on creating impact - for our clients and for you. At Capco, you'll shape your career around your strengths, enjoy flexibility and trust, and work with people who genuinely care about your growth and wellbeing.

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

• Core Benefits:Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.

• Mental Health:Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.

• Family-Friendly:Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.

• Family Care:8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.

• Holiday Flexibility:5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.

• Continuous Learning:Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.

• Healthcare Access:Convenient online GP services.

• Extra Perks:Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.

Inclusion at Capco

We're committed to a barrier-free, inclusive recruitment process. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know - we'll be happy to help. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. At Capco, we value the difference you make, and the differences that make you. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture champions diversity, equity and inclusivity, and we bring a collaborative mindset to our partnerships with clients and colleagues. #BeYourselfAtWork is the cornerstone of our success and a value that our employees live and breathe every day.

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