Senior Backend Engineer - Java

Capco; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Competitive pension

Health insurance

Life insurance

Holiday flexibility

Continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design and develop cloud-native solutions using Java and Spring Boot. The ideal candidate will contribute to high-impact platforms for Tier 1 financial institutions, ensuring agile development practices and secure deployments. This role is based in Scotland, with opportunities for flexible working between Edinburgh and Glasgow. The company offers competitive benefits, including extensive training programs and supportive, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of public cloud environments, preferably AWS.
• Experience designing cloud-native, microservices, and event-driven architectures.
• Strong grasp of CI/CD pipelines, SQL/NoSQL databases, and Java Streaming.

Responsibilities

• Design and build microservices-based applications using Java 11+ and Spring Boot.
• Deliver enterprise-ready cloud solutions with a focus on AWS infrastructure.
• Collaborate in agile teams and contribute to design decisions.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

AWS

CI/CD

Microservices

SQL/NoSQL

Job description

Power the platforms behind modern finance. Shape cloud-native solutions with Java at their core.

The Role

We’re seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Java) to join our Technology & Engineering team. You’ll bring expertise in building robust, scalable, cloud‑native applications using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS. Working on high‑impact platforms for Tier 1 financial institutions, you’ll lead backend design, champion agile best practices, and contribute to the evolution of modern banking technology.

This role will sit in our Scotland office, with a need to potentially work in either Edinburgh or Glasgow depending on client expectations.

What You’ll Do

• Design and build microservices‑based applications using Java 11+ and Spring Boot
• Deliver enterprise‑ready cloud solutions, with a focus on AWS infrastructure and services
• Build and manage robust CI/CD pipelines and ensure secure, scalable deployments
• Write comprehensive tests and implement quality‑driven development across the stack
• Collaborate in agile teams and contribute to design decisions, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

• Deep knowledge of public cloud environments, preferably AWS
• Experience designing cloud‑native, microservices, and event‑driven architectures
• Strong grasp of CI/CD pipelines, SQL/NoSQL databases, Kafka, and Java Streaming
• Familiarity with infrastructure‑as‑code (e.g., CloudFormation), distributed systems, and secure design practices

Bonus Points For

• Experience using GitLab for CI/CD pipelines and Cucumber for BDD test automation
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional)
• Knowledge of CQRS patterns and performance testing strategies
• Passion for exploring emerging cloud technologies and frameworks
• Experience delivering customer‑facing or business‑critical applications in finance

Why Join Capco

• Deliver high‑impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
• Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
• Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
• Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
• Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.

We offer a competitive, people‑first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

• Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
• Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in‑house first aiders.
• Family‑Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
• Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
• Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
• Continuous Learning: Your growth, your way – minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e‑learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one‑on‑one guidance to fast‑track your goals and accelerate your development.
• Extra Perks: Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.

Inclusion at Capco

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

Capco does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. In order to track the effectiveness of our recruiting efforts, please consider participating in the optional questionnaire.