Senior Java Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech-driven FinTech company seeks a Senior Java Software Engineer to join their remote-first team in Portsmouth. The role involves developing and maintaining robust fintech platforms using Java, focusing on test-driven methodologies and collaborative programming practices. If you thrive in a high-performing environment that emphasizes clean code and continuous integration, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Qualifications

• Commercial Java experience in a fintech environment.
• Strong understanding of TDD.
• Experience with Extreme Programming principles.

Responsibilities

• Building resilient and adaptable fintech platforms in Java.
• Refactoring to improve code design.
• Writing comprehensive tests for every commit.

Skills

Java

TDD

Teamwork

XP principles

Continuous integration

Job description

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Senior Java Software Engineer, Portsmouth, Hampshire

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Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

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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