Senior Java Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Watford; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech client is seeking a Senior Java Software Engineer to join their remote-first team in London. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, focused on TDD and continuous integration, whilst contributing to resilient fintech platform development.

Qualifications

• Senior level experience in Java development, especially in FinTech.
• Experience with test-driven development (TDD).
• Strong focus on pair programming and clean code practices.

Responsibilities

• Building resilient fintech platforms in Java.
• Refactoring code for improved design.
• Writing comprehensive tests for every commit.
• Automating processes to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Commercial Java experience

Strength with Core Java

Understanding of TDD

Clear communication

Extreme Programming principles

Pair programming

Continuous integration knowledge

Job description

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Senior Java Software Engineer, Watford, Hertfordshire

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Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, 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