Senior Software Developer (Java/Kafka) - Up To £120,000 - FTC

Hunter Bond; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly scaling FinTech firm is seeking a Senior Java Developer to join their elite engineering team. The role involves collaborating with top-tier professionals, driving greenfield projects, and developing robust distributed systems. This hybrid position offers a salary of up to £120,000 (Pro Rata) and provides a collaborative culture focused on innovation and engineering excellence. If you are experienced in Java and Kafka, this could be the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Java development.
• Experience with Kafka and low-latency systems is a plus.
• Commitment to writing high-quality, maintainable code.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a high-calibre engineering team to maintain and evolve state-of-the-art infrastructure.
• Drive delivery of new greenfield projects from the ground up.
• Play a central role in developing robust distributed systems.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Java development

Kafka

Writing high-quality code

Interest in low-latency systems

Job description

Client: FinTech Firm

Salary: Up to £120,000 (Pro Rata) - 6 months

Location: Hybrid (London)

Experience: Senior

Work with cutting‑edge tech, lead greenfield initiatives, zero bureaucracy, collaborative culture and stunning office space!

Our rapidly scaling FinTech Client is seeking a highly skilled Java Developer to become part of their elite engineering team.

You’ll join a group of exceptionally talented professionals with experience from top‑tier organisations. They value Test‑Driven Development, clean code, and engineering excellence.

With an unrestricted technology budget and a culture that champions innovation, this is an environment where engineers truly thrive.

Role

• Collaborate within a high‑calibre engineering team to maintain and evolve state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure
• Drive delivery of new greenfield projects from the ground up
• Play a central role in developing robust distributed systems
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers

Skills

• Extensive experience in Java development
• Experience in Kafka
• Commitment to writing high‑quality, maintainable code
• Experience or strong interest in low‑latency systems

Don’t hesitate to reach out!