Senior Backend Engineer - Java

Job description

**Senior Backend Engineer – Java** Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid) | **Practice Area**: Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent **Power the platforms behind modern finance. Shape cloud-native solutions with Java at their core.** **The Role** We’re seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Java) to join our Technology & Engineering team. You’ll bring expertise in building robust, scalable, cloud-native applications using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS. Working on high-impact platforms for Tier 1 financial institutions, you’ll lead backend design, champion agile best practices, and contribute to the evolution of modern banking technology. This role will sit in our Scotland office, with a need to potentially work in either Edinburgh or Glasgow depending on client expectations. **What You’ll Do** - Design and build microservices-based applications using Java 11+ and Spring Boot - Deliver enterprise-ready cloud solutions, with a focus on AWS infrastructure and services - Build and manage robust CI/CD pipelines and ensure secure, scalable deployments - Write comprehensive tests and implement quality-driven development across the stack - Collaborate in agile teams and contribute to design decisions, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement **What We’re Looking For** - Expert-level Java development (Java 11, 17, 21+), Spring Boot proficiency - Deep knowledge of public cloud environments, preferably AWS - Experience designing cloud-native, microservices, and event-driven architectures - Strong grasp of CI/CD pipelines, SQL/NoSQL databases, Kafka, and Java Streaming - Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (e.g., CloudFormation), distributed systems, and secure design practices **Bonus Points For** - Experience using GitLab for CI/CD pipelines and Cucumber for BDD test automation - AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional) - Knowledge of CQRS patterns and performance testing strategies - Passion for exploring emerging cloud technologies and frameworks - Experience delivering customer-facing or business-critical applications in finance **Why Join Capco** - Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions - Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture - Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications - Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services - Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy. **Benefits** **We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:** - **Core Benefits:**Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover. - **Mental Health:**Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders. - **Family-Friendly:**Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement. - **Family Care:**8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care. - **Holiday Flexibility:**5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs. - **Continuous Learning:**Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development. - **Healthcare Access:**Convenient online GP services. - **Extra Perks:**Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance. **Inclusion at Capco** We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day. #LI-DNI