Java Developer | Investment Banking | Hybrid, London

Ports North; City Of London; On-site; GBP 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Ports North is seeking a Java Developer in London with a hybrid on-site model (3 days per week). You will build cloud-based financial services applications, collaborating with agile teams to deliver secure, scalable software.

The role emphasizes strong Java backend skills, Spring Boot, and experience with ETD clearing platforms. You will contribute to design reviews, CI/CD, and production readiness in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience building cloud-based applications in financial services.
• Strong Java backend development skills.
• Familiarity with ETD clearing platforms such as FIS CD Trade Clearing.
• Experience with Spring / Spring Boot.
• Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD).

Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Design, implement, and maintain cloud-enabled applications to support middle office processing.
• Provide technical expertise and recommendations for enhancements of existing applications.
• Develop clean, secure, and efficient code in Java and Python; work with scripting tools like PowerShell or Bash.
• Conduct code reviews, unit testing, and participate in architecture discussions.
• Ensure compliance with SDLC standards related to code management, inspection, and security best practices.
• Utilize GitLab and Terraform for CI/CD and infrastructure as code.
• Collaborate within agile teams to deliver fully integrated features from planning through deployment.
• Ensure production readiness by implementing operational controls and monitoring frameworks.

Skills

Java

Python

TDD

Cloud-based solutions

Tools

GitLab

Terraform

Spring Boot

Job description

Java Developer (London, Hybrid)

Location: London UK
Working Mode: 3 days on site in City of London

IR35 Categorisation: Inside

Rate: £600 per day

We're looking for a Java Developer to join our client (Investment Banking) in a hybrid working model (London, 3 days per week). You will be supporting the design and delivery of next-generation business applications. This role involves building scalable, cloud-based solutions, integrating with third-party platforms and ensuring operational reliability while meeting strict compliance and performance standards, in a highly regulated financial environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Design, implement, and maintain modern, cloud-enabled applications to support middle office processing
• Provide technical expertise and recommendations for enhancements of existing applications and evaluation of new initiatives
• Develop clean, secure, and efficient code in Java and Python and work with scripting tools such as PowerShell or Bash
• Conduct code reviews, unit testing, and participate in application architecture discussions
• Ensure compliance with internal SDLC standards related to code management, code inspection, and security best practices
• Utilize tools such as GitLab and Terraform for CI/CD, automation, and infrastructure as code
• Support critical enterprise risk mandates, ensuring production systems meet operational stability and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate within agile teams to deliver fully integrated features from planning through deployment
• Ensure production readiness by implementing operational controls and monitoring frameworks

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Software Engineer, developing complex cloud-based solutions in the financial services sector
• Strong skills in Java backend development

• Familiarity with ETD clearing platforms, particularly FIS CD Trade Clearing, and workflow integrations
• Solid understanding of enterprise architecture standards, compliance, and production stability requirements
• Strong experience with Spring / Spring Boot
• Strong experience in a TDD (Test-driven development) environment

Nice to Have Skills:

• Good scripting experience with Powershell / Bash
• Knowledge of market gateways and clearing connectivity (exchange-facing flows)
• Understanding of performance tuning and application resilience for high-volume middle office systems
• Familiarity with container orchestration and microservices-based architectures