Senior Java Developer: Kafka & Distributed Systems

Kate Matthews Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kate Matthews Solutions is actively seeking mid to senior level Java Developers to join a fast-growing FinTech in the UK. This role centers on rebuilding the tech stack using Kafka and Kafka Streams to create a scalable backbone for rapid growth.

You will solve real-world problems in small, agile, cross-functional teams, focusing on large-scale distributed systems and robust messaging architectures. Visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Background in large-scale distributed software systems with proven scalability.
• Experience with distributed or messaging systems, or CRM systems.
• Experience with TDD (test-driven development).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain distributed software systems with scalable topologies.
• Work in small, agile teams to solve real-world banking tech challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues to deliver robust services.

Skills

Java

Kafka

Kafka Streams

Distributed systems

TDD

Stakeholder mgmt

Learning mindset

Job description

Kate Matthews Solutions is actively seeking mid to senior level Java Developers to join a fast-growing FinTech in the UK. This role centers on rebuilding the tech stack using Kafka and Kafka Streams to create a scalable backbone for rapid growth.

You will solve real-world problems in small, agile, cross-functional teams, focusing on large-scale distributed systems and robust messaging architectures. Visa sponsorship is not offered.