Software Engineer

Lloyds Banking Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Edinburgh seeks a Software Engineer to lead technical development and deliver high-quality software. The role involves mentoring teams, working in Agile environments, and contributing to the Economic Crime Prevention platform. This position offers a hybrid working model and a commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution

Annual bonus

Share schemes

Flexible benefits

30 days’ holiday

Wellbeing initiatives

Parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Experience as a Software Engineer, focusing on Java in recent years.
• Ability to use design patterns and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Producing high-quality, well-tested, and robust code using Java.
• Mentoring and developing team members to build a strong team.

Skills

Java

Agile

Communication

Tools

Spring Boot

Job description

End Date

Tuesday 27 May 2025

Salary Range

£70,929 - £106,394

Support for Flexible Working

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Flexible Working Options

Hybrid Working, Job Share

Job Description Summary

The Software Engineer will lead technical development and delivery at the team and sometimes lab level. They may act as a Line Manager, co-leading with the Team PO for overall delivery, responsible for technical delivery, line management, and app ownership alongside their software engineering duties. Others will operate as individual contributors, specializing in particular technology areas with a narrower focus.

Job Details

Job Title: Software Engineer

Salary: £70,929 - £74,869

Location: Edinburgh

Hours: Full time

Working Pattern: Hybrid, involving at least two days per week at an office site.

About this Opportunity

In the Economic Crime Prevention (ECP) Platform, our mission is to reduce harm by enhancing the Group's capabilities to prevent, detect, and respond to economic crime. The platform provides services across the entire Group.

We seek a Software Engineer to deliver high-quality, customer-driven software while mentoring and supporting engineering teams. You will work in cross-disciplinary teams, delivering customer-focused solutions and high-quality software, demonstrating excellent communication skills, and working efficiently across the project lifecycle. This leadership role combines deep domain and technical expertise with a passion for coaching and developing people in a “player-coach” model.

Responsibilities

• Producing high-quality, well-tested, and robust code using Java.
• Supporting maintenance and improvement of existing software, and developing APIs and microservices.
• Identifying opportunities to automate and simplify processes to improve product quality.
• Participating in Agile practices and ceremonies.
• Supporting the transition to cloud technologies.
• Mentoring and developing team members to build a strong team.

About Us

We are an innovative, fast-changing bank that aims to shape finance as a force for good, empowering our people to innovate, explore, and grow with purpose.

What You’ll Need

• Experience as a Software Engineer, focusing on Java in recent years.
• Ability to use design patterns, experience, and best practices to design, test, and amend complex programs.
• Proficiency in Java coding.
• Experience developing Spring Boot microservices.
• Understanding of quality assurance principles and practices.
• Knowledge of end-to-end DevOps principles.
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle in an Agile environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Working with Us

We are committed to inclusivity and diversity, aiming to reflect modern society and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We offer various benefits, including a generous pension contribution, annual bonus, share schemes, flexible benefits, 30 days’ holiday, wellbeing initiatives, and parental leave policies.

If you want to do meaningful work that makes a difference, join us on our journey to help Britain prosper. At Lloyds Banking Group, you'll have opportunities to learn, grow, and shape the future of financial services.

We prioritize data safety and confidentiality and are dedicated to building an inclusive workforce that reflects our community diversity.