FullStack Software Engineer

lloyds banking group; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a FullStack Software Developer to join their team in Chester. You will work on innovative projects involving Java, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL while leveraging GCP services. This role emphasizes cloud-native solutions and collaboration within Agile teams. The position offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to shape the technological landscape of the organization. Join us in making a difference as we embark on an exciting journey towards transformation.

Benefits

Up to 15% pension contribution

Annual bonus

Share schemes

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits

Generous parental leave and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java development across multiple versions.
• Solid understanding of relational databases, particularly SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with TypeScript and modern frontend/backend frameworks.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, ideally GCP, and associated services.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance existing applications using Java and SQL Server.
• Design and develop cloud-native solutions on GCP using Typescript and PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.

Skills

Java development

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

TypeScript

DevOps tooling

Agile teamwork

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Terraform

Job description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: FullStack Software Developer

SALARY: £47,790-£58,410 per annum

LOCATION: Chester

HOURS: Full-time – 35 hours per week

WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our offices stated above.

Flexible Working Options

Hybrid Working, Job Share

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We’re hiring! Join us as a FullStack Software Engineer in Chester. We’re about to embark on an ambitious Google Cloud transformation journey, and we’re looking for motivated, talented technology professionals to help shape the future of our platform.

This is a chance to be part of something exciting from the very beginning, helping us build scalable, secure, and customer-focused solutions that make a real difference!

We’re looking for a talented and motivated Software Engineer to join our Chester-based team within the Financial Wellbeing Platform. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in our cloud-first journey, building modern, scalable solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

You’ll be working on innovative projects using Java Quarkus, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL, leveraging GCP services to deliver high-quality, resilient applications. While you’ll provide essential support for some existing systems, the emphasis is on designing and developing new cloud-native solutions that drive our transformation forward.

This is a hands-on engineering role where you’ll collaborate closely with a passionate team, champion best practices, and continuously improve how we deliver value to our customers.

You’ll have the chance to make a real impact by shaping the future of our technology landscape and influencing decisions that affect millions of customers. Working with cutting-edge cloud technologies, you’ll gain hands-on experience in modern frameworks and cloud-native design patterns, supported by access to training, certifications, and mentoring to accelerate your growth.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Maintain and enhance existing applications using Java (8, 17, 21) and SQL Server.
• Design and develop cloud-native solutions on GCP using Typescript, Java, and PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software aligned to business needs.
• Apply DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
• Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and agile ceremonies.
• Ensure robust documentation and knowledge sharing across the team.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in Java development across multiple versions.
• Solid understanding of relational databases, particularly SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with TypeScript and modern frontend/backend frameworks.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, ideally GCP, and associated services.
• Knowledge of DevOps tooling and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Terraform).
• Ability to work in agile teams and contribute to collaborative delivery.

Desirable Skills

• Exposure to legacy system maintenance and modernisation.
• Experience with Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
• Understanding of security and performance considerations in cloud environments.

Privacy and Interview Process

If you are selected to move forward in our assessment process, you may be invited to complete a technical interview with Karat — our trusted interviewing partner. As part of this stage, we’ll share your information with Karat, in line with their privacy policy.

Inclusive Recruitment

We’re committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments, just let us know — we’re here to support you.

ABOUT WORKING FOR US

We’re proud to be a leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion. From our menopause health package to our Working with Cancer initiative, we’re creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We’re also a Disability Confident Leader, and we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities, long-term health conditions, or neurodivergence who meet the minimum criteria.

Our benefits include:

• Up to 15% pension contribution
• Annual bonus (based on Group performance)
• Share schemes, including free shares
• 28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle
• Generous parental leave and wellbeing support

Ready for a career where you can have a positive impact as you learn, grow and thrive?

Apply today and find out more!

At Lloyds Banking Group, we’re driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you’ll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you’ll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.

We keep your data safe. So, we’ll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We’ll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person.

We’re focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.