Compliance Engineering - Full Stack Software Engineer - Associate - Birmingham

Goldman Sachs Bank AG; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to join their new Compliance Engineering team in Birmingham. The role involves developing high-quality software solutions, collaborating globally, and working on complex problems with large data sets. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science and relevant experience in Java development and automated testing.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion programs

Professional and personal growth opportunities

Wellness and development programs

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Java development experience.
• 2-5 years of experience in automated testing and SDLC concepts.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in meetings and writing.

Responsibilities

• Partner globally with sponsors and engineering colleagues to create end-to-end solutions.
• Work on problems involving large data sets, including real-time processing.
• Be involved in all phases: defining, designing, implementing, testing, deploying, and maintaining software.

Skills

Java development

Automated testing

API design

Real-time processing

Relational databases

UI/UX

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

Job description

Compliance Engineering - Full Stack Software Engineer - Associate - Birmingham location_on Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Opportunity Overview sitemap_outline CORPORATE TITLE Associate language OFFICE LOCATION(S) Birmingham assignment JOB FUNCTION Software Engineering account_balance DIVISION Compliance Division

Associate - Compliance Engineering – Full Stack Software Engineer

YOUR IMPACT

Are you passionate about developing mission-critical, high-quality software solutions using cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment?

OUR IMPACT

We are Compliance Engineering, a global team of over 400 engineers and scientists working on complex, mission-critical problems.

We:

• Build and operate platforms and applications that prevent, detect, and mitigate regulatory and reputational risks across the firm.
• Have access to the latest technology and vast amounts of structured and unstructured data.
• Leverage modern frameworks to build responsive front-end and Big Data applications.

The firm is investing significantly in 2025 to uplift and rebuild the Compliance application portfolio. As part of this initiative, we are establishing a new Compliance Engineering team in Birmingham. You have a unique opportunity to be part of this new team and help shape its vision.

We are looking to fill several full stack developer roles across different teams.

HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL

As a team member, you will:

• Partner globally with sponsors, users, and engineering colleagues across multiple divisions to create end-to-end solutions.
• Learn from experts,
• Innovate and incubate new ideas,
• Work on a broad range of problems involving large data sets, including real-time processing, messaging, workflow, and UI/UX.
• Be involved in all phases: defining, designing, implementing, testing, deploying, and maintaining software across our products.

QUALIFICATIONS

A successful candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of Java development experience.
• 2-5 years of experience in automated testing and SDLC concepts.
• The ability to clearly express ideas and arguments, both in meetings and in writing.

Experience in the following areas is desirable and can distinguish you:

• API design for interconnected services,
• Message buses or real-time processing,
• Relational databases,
• Knowledge of the financial industry and compliance or risk functions,
• Influencing stakeholders.

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

Goldman Sachs is a leading global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm serving a diverse client base, including corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals. Founded in 1869 and headquartered in New York, we have offices worldwide.

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, providing professional and personal growth opportunities, and supporting our employees through various benefits, wellness, and development programs. Learn more at GS.com/careers.

We accommodate candidates with disabilities during our recruitment process. More details: Disability Statement

Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer, respecting all characteristics protected by law.