Software Engineer (Java)

JR United Kingdom; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global tech company is seeking a Software Engineer (Java) for a 6-month contract in London with hybrid working. The role focuses on developing regulatory technology solutions to ensure compliance and mitigate risks in a high-performing engineering environment. Candidates with experience in microservices and a strong backend focus are highly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive workplace

High-performing engineering team

Direct impact on compliance and risk reduction

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on backend.
• Proficiency in Java and at least one other server-side language.
• Strong background in testing and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop next-generation scalable, flexible, high-performance systems.
• Own and enhance microservices for risk identification and compliance.
• Collaborate with compliance and engineering teams on system improvements.

Skills

Java

Microservices

Distributed Systems

Tools

AWS

MySQL

Hadoop

Cassandra

Job description

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Client:

Brookwood Recruitment Ltd

Location:

luton, bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Java Engineer (6-Month Contract) | Global Tech Company | London (Hybrid)
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Rate: £675 per day INSIDE IR35
A leading global tech company is looking for a talented and motivated Software Engineer to join its RegTech team for a 6-month contract. You’ll be working at the cutting edge of regulatory technology, developing solutions that ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and support key financial operations across the business.
The RegTech department is responsible for building secure, scalable platforms that enable real-time sanctions screening, customer monitoring, and regulatory reporting – all while keeping partner and customer experience top of mind.
What You’ll Be Working On:

• Develop next-generation scalable, flexible, high-performance systems
• Own and enhance microservices powering risk identification and compliance tooling
• Design and improve screening/monitoring systems for customer and partner data
• Collaborate cross-functionally with compliance, product, and engineering teams
• Build analytics and reporting tools for internal compliance officers
• Drive engineering best practices, system performance, and service reliability
• Contribute to team growth through code reviews, mentoring, and hiring efforts
  

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of software engineering experience, with strong backend focus
• Proficiency in Java (required) and at least one other server-side language
• Solid hands-on experience with microservices and distributed systems
• Familiarity with data technologies like MySQL, Hadoop, or Cassandra
• Experience working with AWS services (RDS, EC2, Step Functions, Kinesis) is a plus
• Strong background in testing, KPIs/SLOs, and performance optimization
• Prior exposure to compliance, fintech, or risk-based systems is a bonus
• Understanding of secure systems (authentication/authorization) is highly desirable
• Comfortable working in distributed, cross-functional teams
  

Why Join?

• Work with a globally distributed, high-performing engineering team
• Solve real-world problems with direct impact on compliance and risk reduction
• Contribute to technology that helps a global platform operate securely and responsibly
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values collaboration, innovation, and ownership
  

Ready to take the next step? Apply today or reach out to learn more.
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