Java Developers

Lloyds Banking Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking and technology organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Software Engineer to design and build modern applications that impact millions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Java and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. Responsibilities include developing frontend and backend services, collaborating with diverse teams, and contributing to architectural strategies. Benefits include up to 15% pension contribution, annual bonuses, and flexible benefits tailored to lifestyle.

Benefits

Up to 15% pension contribution

Annual bonus based on performance

Share schemes including free shares

30 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle

Generous parental leave and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Java, including designing RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with backend frameworks like Spring Boot and Node.js is beneficial.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Harness.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy frontend and backend services.
• Build and deploy containerized applications with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Integrate with internal systems and third-party APIs to create seamless user experiences.

Skills

Java

RESTful APIs

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD tools

Automated testing

Tools

Spring Boot

Node.js

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Cypress

Google Cloud Platform

AWS

Azure

Job description

As a Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and building modern applications that touch millions of lives.

Overview

We’re not just a bank. We’re a technology-led organisation with a bold ambition: to shape finance as a force for good. We invest in our people, platforms, and products, and we’re looking for passionate Java Developers proficient in Java to help us create secure, scalable, and customer‑first solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy frontend and backend services.
• Build and deploy containerized applications with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Apply Domain‑Driven Design (DDD) and Test‑Driven Development (TDD) principles.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Architects, and Quality Engineers.
• Integrate with internal systems and third‑party APIs to create seamless user experiences.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and help shape our engineering strategy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Backend Development
  • Hands‑on experience with Java, including designing and implementing RESTful APIs that support scalable, secure, and high‑performance architectures.
  • Familiarity with backend frameworks such as Spring Boot and Node.js is beneficial.
• DevOps & Cloud
  • Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Harness.
  • Familiarity with Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms – Google Cloud Platform (GCP) preferred, but AWS or Azure experience is also welcome.
• Quality Testing & Automation
  • Experience with automated testing tools like Jest, Cypress, or Pact.
  • Commitment to writing reliable, maintainable, and well‑tested code.

Benefits

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

EEO, Diversity, and Inclusion

We’re committed to creating a values‑led culture and building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. We’re a Disability Confident Leader and guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities, long‑term health conditions, or neurodivergence who meet the minimum criteria.

Recruitment Process

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