Senior Java Engineer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Java Engineer (Fintech): Building and optimizing high-load backend services for digital lending software with an accent on API design, database performance, and scalability. Focus on microservices architecture, solving complex concurrency challenges, and ensuring system reliability under heavy traffic.

Location: Hybrid / Flexible Working in Cardiff, United Kingdom

Salary: £55,000 plus up to 20% annual bonus

Company

hirify.global is a Fintech company focused on digital lending software, part of the LC Financial Holdings group.

What you will do

• Develop stable software applications aligned to user needs.
• Participate in Agile team ceremonies.
• Support the definition of features and enhancements from a backend perspective.
• Deliver backend aspects of features and enhancements using the tech stack.
• Contribute to automated testing suites to ensure quality.
• Support in the roll-out and deployment of features from an end to end perspective.

Requirements

• Experience developing REST APIs with Java (8+) and Spring Boot.
• Knowledge of SQL databases, preferably Postgres or Oracle.
• Experience working with modern Continuous Integration tooling such as Jenkins.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Experience with automated unit and integration testing.
• Good verbal, written and communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with Docker or other containerization tools.
• Experience developing on the Cloud such as AWS, GCP, Azure.
• Experience with Typescript and React, Angular, or other similar Front End frameworks.
• Experience with WDIO or Selenium for automated browser testing.
• Financial services exposure.
• Experience of using AI in a development environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Discretionary Bonus (Up-to 20%).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, 1 day Birthday leave, and 1 day Charity leave.
• Private Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Pension (3% / 5% contribution).
• Salary sacrifice schemes for Bike & Electric Vehicle.
• Monthly socials and charity events.