Senior Java Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech company is seeking a Senior Java Software Engineer to join their remote-first team. This role involves building adaptable platforms, refactoring code, and engaging in pair programming within a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates thrive on clean code and continuous integration.

Qualifications

• Senior Java Software Engineer with commercial experience in a fintech environment required.
• Strong understanding of TDD, BDD, and DDD is essential.
• Experience in strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Building resilient fintech platforms in Java.
• Refactoring code for improvements.
• Writing tests to ensure code quality.

Skills

Commercial Java experience

Core Java

Understanding of TDD

Clear communication

Extreme Programming principles

Pair programming culture

Continuous integration

Job description

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Senior Java Software Engineer, Colchester

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted: 31.05.2025

Expiry Date: 15.07.2025

Job Description:

Senior Software Engineer – Java - FinTech

Remote First | London (UK) | Up to £120k + Benefits

Are you a Java developer who thrives in a collaborative, test-driven environment? Do you believe in pair programming, continuous integration, and clean, maintainable code? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Our FinTech client could be the ideal role for you.

Skills:

• Commercial Java experience - ideally in a fintech, performance environment
• Strength with Core Java
• Strong understanding of TDD
• Clear communication and teamwork
• Extreme Programming (XP) principles, with a strong focus on TDD, BDD, and DDD
• Pair programming culture ensures high-quality code and continuous learning
• Continuous integration—every commit is releasable, and automation is key
• We value growth and flexibility, welcoming developers from all backgrounds

What You’ll Be Doing

• Building resilient and adaptable fintech platforms in Java
• Refactoring to improve code design
• Writing comprehensive tests for every commit
• Automating processes to improve efficiency
• Rotating across teams to enhance collaboration