Java Backend Engineer — AI FinTech, Equity + 25 Days PTO

Nevis; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ annual leave

Private medical insurance

Competitive salary and benefits package including company equity

Job summary

A fast-growing startup in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer (Java Backend) to join their talented engineering team. You will design and build high-performance systems that power an innovative wealth management platform. The role requires 6+ years of backend experience, strong Java skills, and familiarity with microservices and cloud environments. Join a mission-driven company and enjoy a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and extensive annual leave.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in backend engineering.
• Strong fluency in Java with knowledge of backend design patterns.
• Hands-on experience with microservice architecture and APIs.
• Comfortable working in cloud environments like AWS.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain scalable APIs and microservices.
• Design and evolve distributed systems.
• Ensure system reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Java

Microservice architecture

APIs

Database systems

Cloud environments (AWS)

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Computer Science, Mathematics, or related fields

Tools

PostgreSQL

Redis

Job description

A fast-growing startup in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer (Java Backend) to join their talented engineering team. You will design and build high-performance systems that power an innovative wealth management platform. The role requires 6+ years of backend experience, strong Java skills, and familiarity with microservices and cloud environments. Join a mission-driven company and enjoy a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and extensive annual leave.