Compliance Engineering - Full Stack Software Engineer - Associate - Birmingham Birmingham · Uni[...]

Goldman Sachs Bank AG; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment bank seeks a Full Stack Software Engineer to join its new Compliance Engineering team in Birmingham. You will be responsible for developing innovative software solutions, collaborating globally, and addressing complex regulatory challenges. Ideal candidates will have significant Java experience and a relevant degree, along with a commitment to continuous learning.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Diversity and inclusion programs

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Java development experience.
• Experience in automated testing and SDLC concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop mission-critical, high-quality software solutions.
• Drive the full software development lifecycle.
• Partner globally with users and engineering colleagues.

Skills

Java

Automated testing

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

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

Tools

Kafka

Apache Flink

Job description

Compliance Engineering - Full Stack Software Engineer - Associate - Birmingham

Associate - Compliance Engineering – Full Stack Software Engineer

YOUR IMPACT

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.
• Access the latest technology and process vast amounts of structured and unstructured data, including ~1 billion trade records and ~5 billion market data records daily.
• Leverage modern frameworks to build responsive front-end and Big Data applications.

The firm is investing significantly to uplift and rebuild the Compliance application portfolio in 2025 and beyond. As part of this, a new Compliance Engineering team is being established in Birmingham. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of this exciting new team and to collaborate with senior leadership, including the head of EMEA Compliance Engineering based in Birmingham and the global head of Control Room Compliance in the UK.

We are looking to fill several full stack lead 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 divisions to create end-to-end solutions.
• Learn from experts and mentor junior members.
• Leverage data-streaming technologies including Kafka CDC, Kafka topics, EMS, Apache Flink.
• Innovate and incubate new ideas.
• Work on a broad range of problems involving large data sets, real-time processing, messaging, workflow, and UI/UX.
• Drive the full software development lifecycle: defining, designing, implementing, testing, deploying, and maintaining products.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of Java development experience.
• 5+ years of experience in automated testing and SDLC concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet goals and milestones.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong analytical, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with global teams and being a team player.
• Self-motivated with excellent time management and organizational skills.

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

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

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, offering professional growth opportunities, training, benefits, wellness programs, and more. Learn about our culture and benefits at GS.com/careers.

We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. Learn more: https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.html

Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.