Senior Java Developer

Handelsbanken; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Training & development

Job summary

Handelsbanken is seeking a Senior Java Developer to join the IT team responsible for the delivery, support and maintenance of credit systems and regulatory reporting. You will provide expertise across the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions.

The role emphasizes ownership, architectural input, and agile delivery, with a focus on quality, security, and long-term value in a decentralised, relationship-led bank.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Java development with modern stacks (Java 17+).
• Strong knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
• Experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Familiarity with design patterns and test-driven development.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and build tools.
• Exposure to front-end tech (React/Node.js) is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, support and maintain Credit systems supporting regulatory reporting.
• Shape, architect and deliver greenfield and brownfield applications.

Skills

Java 17+

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Design Patterns

SQL

CI/CD

React/Node.js

Docker/Kubernetes

Test Automation

Agile/Scrum

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Bitbucket

Job description

Handelsbanken combines a long-established relationship banking model with secure, resilient, and customer-focused technology. Our technology teams enable the Bank’s decentralised way of working, delivering systems built for stability, trust, and long-term value.We are on a multi-year technology and digital transformation journey to enhance customer experience and improve how colleagues work together. By modernising platforms, simplifying processes, and better connecting data and systems, we help relationship teams focus on customers and less on complexity.Our decentralised culture extends to technology. Teams are trusted to take ownership, make informed decisions, and deliver sustainable, high‑quality solutions. We value engineering excellence, pragmatic problem‑solving, and strong collaboration across technology, business, and risk.We offer technologists the opportunity to build lasting careers, deepen their expertise, and contribute to meaningful change. We look for people who care about quality, security, long‑term impact, and who want to shape the future of a relationship‑led bank. We also recognise that flexibility can support people to perform at their best, and that it looks different for everyone. While arrangements will depend on the requirements of the role and the needs of the business, we are open to having a conversation around what flexibility could look like for you.Check our Handelsbanken website for further information

The opportunity

As a Senior Java Developer you will be joining the IT team responsible for the delivery, support and maintenance of Handelsbanken PLC’s Credit systems providing a range of services to branch colleagues and supporting the bank’s regulatory reporting. As a Senior Java Developer you will be providing expertise in the full software development life cycle.

Key responsibilities

Use your initiative to work with Senior Java Development, UI/UX Development and Agile Transformation to help shape, architect and deliver greenfield/brownfield/integration applications employing best design and development practicePositively effective at systems analysis, solving technical problems and development excellence given the constraints of the Bank’s environmentFollow cross-functional development best practice, including but not restricted to, Functional and Non-Functional Analysis, Application Architecture, Design, Coding and Unit Testing, Technical Documentation, Functional and Non-Functional Testing (Manual & Automated), Continuous Integration/Testing/Delivery.Be able to function in a culture of Agile Development (Scrum/Kanban, Amigos, Estimating, Planning, Sprints, Demos, Retrospectives)Be able to write Agile Epics/Stories using techniques such as BDD/GherkinBe Delivery-focused rather than Task-focusedContinuously seek to improve on Velocity, Lead/Cycle Time, Quality and Process.Document solutions with visual impact (e.g. Visio & PowerPoint over Word)Estimating, planning, managing tasks and reporting on progress.Work with the Atlassian suite of Tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, BitBucket) for tracking progress and KPI monitoring.Build and maintain good close relationships with Stakeholders at all levels (Management, Business, Legacy Developers, QAs, Infrastructure, IT Security.Operate in line with the Bank's Risk Management framework (including sub-frameworks) and relevant risk and compliance policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate and timely escalation of any concerns to their line manager.

What we’re looking for

Research (by Harvard University) shows that women are particularly likely to second guess themselves and not apply - so if you are worried you don't meet all the criteria, get in touch anyhow and let us do the worrying…Our core skillset is Java, but the ideal candidate would also have knowledge of front-end and back-end development.A developer who is looking to build solutions from scratch and have a strong sense of responsibility within the team and the wider business.Professional experience in a Software Product / IT Development sphereDemonstrate server-side software coding maturity using Java 17+ but also knowledge of SQL (DB2 / SQL Server / Postgres preferred).Demonstrate excellent use of Design Patterns / Micro Services/ RESTful APIs.Working in a Technical Agile environment (e.g. Build tools, Static/Dynamic code analysis, CI/CD e.g. Jenkins/TeamCity).Relevant educational qualifications.Self-motivation and tenacity to push new ideas through whilst still considering other’s input and insights.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Be approachable, personable and proactive.Hold and express independent views respectfully.Knowledge of Client-Side development using React/Node.js JavaScript, HTML, CSS is a bonus.Knowledge of Container platforms (e.g. Docker/Kubernetes) is a bonus.Knowledge of Test Automation tools like Cucumber/Selenium is a bonus.

Why join Handelsbanken

We want everyone at Handelsbanken to feel supported, motivated, and able to do great work. That’s why, alongside brilliant colleagues, meaningful work and training and development opportunities, we provide a variety of benefits designed with your wellbeing in mind. In addition, there is a flexible benefits package with the key highlights detailed below.

The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.