Senior Consultant, Back-End Engineer - Software Engineering - Digital Engineering - FS - GB

EY; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global firm as a Senior Consultant, Back-End Engineer. Contribute to digital transformation in financial services by applying your software engineering expertise. Collaborate in Agile teams to deliver innovative solutions and enhance client relationships. Enjoy a competitive package and flexible working options.

Benefits

Flexible working support

Career development opportunities

Health insurance

Holidays

Savings and discounts

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in software engineering or technology consulting.
• 2+ years in web application development.

Responsibilities

• Applying object-oriented and functional programming to real-world problems.
• Creating scalable, robust, and simple web-based solutions.

Skills

Agile

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

Java

Spring Boot

Node.js

Job description

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Senior Consultant, Back-End Engineer - Software Engineering - Digital Engineering - FS

The financial services industry is currently undergoing a period of unparalleled change. Banks and financial institutions face stringent regulations, increased supervision, and overall global economic instability. These changes have prompted a re-evaluation of traditional business practices. Additionally, technological advances, including disruptive technologies and digital innovations, intensify the need to maintain competitiveness, adaptability, and profitability.

EY continues to invest in its EMEIA Digital and Emerging Technology (DET) practice, which focuses on delivering digital transformation programs, building relationships with financial services clients, and developing capabilities through training and mentorship from senior colleagues across EY.

The DET practice operates like a start-up within EY, and we seek high-caliber, experienced software engineers to join this growing team.

The opportunity

At EY, you can build a unique career with global support, an inclusive culture, and advanced technology. We value your voice and perspective to help us improve. We encourage applications even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications but are recognized as a top technical talent or a leader in your group. We welcome your story.

Your key responsibilities

• Applying object-oriented and functional programming styles to real-world problems.
• Adhering to high-quality coding and testing practices.
• Using Agile delivery techniques, including CI/CD.
• Developing solutions that integrate on-premise and cloud systems.
• Learning new technologies and seeking continuous improvement.
• Creating scalable, robust, and efficient web solutions for complex problems.
• Staying updated on open-source capabilities and applying new technologies.

Skills and attributes for success

• Collaborating with Product Management in Agile cycles.
• Suggesting efficient and reusable technical solutions.
• Contributing to internal knowledge bases on best practices.
• Completing tasks timely and reporting regularly.
• Prioritizing problems and resolving issues promptly.
• Managing team members to ensure timely task completion.

To qualify for the role, you must have

1. 4-6 years of experience in software engineering or technology consulting.
2. Experience in client delivery involving various technologies, including:

• 2+ years in web application development.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript frameworks (Angular, React).
• Programming in Java (from Java 8), and developing REST services with Spring Boot, Node.js.
• Experience with databases like MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB.
• Knowledge of version control (Git), Azure DevOps, and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Understanding of microservices architecture and serverless designs.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, CRIO) and orchestration (K8S, ECS, OpenShift).
• Experience with messaging technologies like Kafka.

Additional requirements include teamwork, understanding of the full software development lifecycle, experience in gathering business requirements, managing business cases, and establishing trust with senior stakeholders.

Ideally, you'll also have

• Innovative work approach and self-direction.
• Strong communication skills.
• Team collaboration skills.

What we look for

• Subject matter experts eager to grow.
• A passion for excellence.

What working at EY offers

Competitive remuneration, flexible benefits, support for career development, and a flexible work environment. We also provide coaching, skill development, and opportunities for career progression.

About EY

EY is a leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services, committed to building a better working world through training, opportunities, and creative freedom. We aim to be the best employer by 2020, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

Application encouragement

If you meet the criteria, contact us promptly. Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.

Who we are

EY values inclusivity and flexible working arrangements, supporting a balance between professional and personal life. We consider diverse candidates and collect diversity data confidentially to promote inclusiveness and accountability.