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Senior Java Fullstack Developer - VP level - Investment Technology / Finance An industry leading global financial and technology organisation are looking for Senior Java Software Engineers with 7+ years' experience, who have some experience in React or similar, plus modern JavaScript/TypeScript, who like to innovate and be part of a team creating next-generation investment finance technology. Based in London, you will be a key part of the team responsible for engineering a cloud-first Private Markets platform using a microservice architecture, supporting hundreds of client businesses, managing and analysing their portfolios. The team's focus is to design and implement authorisation and permissions management using RBAC and policy based approaches. The team owns permissions management capabilities (roles, entitlements, lifecycle changes) and drives integration with the central authentication platform to enable consistent access control across applications and environments. The team is very quickly moving to AI-enabled development, and you will be at the heart of that transformation. Responsibilities Work closely alongside the Engineering Lead to deliver the technical strategy for your team. Deliver high efficiency, high availability, concurrent and fault tolerant software systems using API-First principles. Design, develop, and implement secure, scalable, and reliable micro-services to deliver client-facing applications using a Java backend and React frontend. Optimize performance and reliability through continuous testing, debugging, and refinement. Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge, with a particular focus on AI. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to more junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team. Ideal profile 7+ years of professional experience in Java development, with a focus on building client facing APIs or platforms Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience managing and mentoring diverse teams. Knowledge of building applications using AI tooling and frameworks (e.g. LLMs, prompt engineering, vector databases). Experience integrating AI/ML services into backend systems and APIs. Familiarity with AI driven development practices and tools for code generation and testing. Strong proficiency in Java and related frameworks (e.g. Spring Boot, Hibernate). Some experience in React or similar and modern JavaScript/TypeScript. Solid experience with object oriented design and applying standard design patterns Experience designing, building, and deploying scalable microservices using API first principles with REST and/or gRPC. Experience with API authentication and authorization mechanisms (e.g. OAuth, JWT). Hands on experience with engineering tools such as Git, Maven, unit and integration testing frameworks, and mocking libraries. Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud services in an enterprise environment is beneficial. Experience with message brokers such as Kafka a plus. A friendly, positive, and can do attitude. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Join a leading global Capital Markets & Investment Group as a Senior Technical Business Analyst in London on a permanent basis. This role operates across a cross-regional environment spanning APAC, EMEA, and the Americas, with a focus on equities trading systems and the supporting technology stack. You will work closely with trading, technology, and operations teams on initiatives covering execution platforms, market connectivity, and trade lifecycle workflows. The position offers exposure to complex, high-volume trading environments and suits someone comfortable working across both business and technical domains. Key Responsibilities: Gather, analyse, and translate business requirements into effective technical solutions Work closely with stakeholders, developers, vendors, and QA teams across the project lifecycle Map and optimise business processes aligned to trading workflows Support system design, interface alignment, and scalable architecture initiatives Facilitate knowledge transfer and ensure smooth project delivery Drive quality assurance coordination and ensure robust testing standards Deliver high-quality, compliant solutions aligned with business and regulatory needs Key Requirements: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field Proven experience as a Technical Business Analyst or Solution Lead in financial services Strong understanding of equities trading, including OMS/EMS and market connectivity Experience with system design and low-latency, high-performance applications (Java/C++) Familiarity with SDLC and CI/CD tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, Git, Jenkins) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER £85,000 GUILDFORD This is an opportunity to join an innovation-led software consultancy working on complex, real-world engineering problems. The role offers high levels of autonomy, technically challenging work, and exposure to a wide variety of short-to-mid-term projects. THE COMPANY Our client is a specialist software consultancy delivering bespoke products for organisations operating in highly constrained, problem-heavy environments. They focus on technical excellence, innovation and delivery quality, offering engineers the chance to work on challenging systems rather than repetitive product features. THE ROLE Design and build end-to-end software solutions Work as a senior full-stack engineer (backend-leaning) Own delivery of complex technical problems Build, deploy and support cloud-based systems Collaborate with engineers and data specialists on production solutions Contribute to technical decisions and coding standards YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 5+ years commercial software development experience Strong Java and Spring / Spring Boot background Frontend experience with Angular (React or Vue also acceptable) Experience building microservices and APIs Cloud experience (Azure preferred, AWS acceptable) Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision LOCATION & WORKING PATTERN Hybrid working Office within 30 minutes commute from London Waterloo SALARY AND BENEFITS Up to £80,000 base salary Pension contribution 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy more) Paid training days and charity days Option to work remotely from abroad for part of the year SECURITY REQUIREMENTS Must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance No sponsorship available HOW TO APPLY Please submit your CV to Harry Lack for review through the ' apply' link.

Senior Software Engineer Hybrid working - 2 days onsite £60,000 to £75,000 + Benefits. An established organisation is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a growing team delivering impactful, real-world solutions. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working closely with stakeholders, and having genuine influence over delivery and outcomes, this could be a great fit. What you'll be doing Leading and contributing to the design and delivery of high-quality solutions Collaborating with stakeholders to understand challenges and shape outcomes Mentoring and supporting less-experienced team members Championing best practices across delivery, quality, and ways of working What we're looking for Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer Proven technical background using C#, Java or Golang Strong technical background with React, or Angular and TypeScript Willingness to learn new skills - GCP and AI. Confidence working in stakeholder-facing environments Excellent communication and problem-solving skills What's on offer 15% bonus scheme 25 days holiday + BH Vaccine/Eye Care Schemes Travel Allowance Progression routes - Lead Developer/Technical Lead routes Interested? Drop me a message or apply to find out more.

Senior / Lead Full Stack Engineer (Java) - Financial Services Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits We're working with a global financial services organisation looking to hire a Senior / Lead Full Stack Engineer to join a high-impact engineering function delivering mission-critical systems. This is a hands-on leadership role, suited to someone who combines deep technical expertise in Java with the ability to lead teams, drive engineering standards, and deliver complex systems end-to-end. The role You'll take ownership of delivering scalable, secure, and resilient software solutions, working closely with product, design and operations teams. Alongside hands-on development, you'll play a key role in mentoring engineers and shaping best practices across the team. There is a strong emphasis on backend engineering using Java (Spring), alongside full stack exposure and involvement in modern engineering and AI-driven initiatives. Key responsibilities Lead and mentor engineering teams, supporting development, performance and growth Own end-to-end delivery across the full software lifecycle (design, build, test, deploy, support) Design and build scalable microservices and APIs using Java (Spring) Drive engineering best practices across code quality, testing, DevOps and automation Partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions Contribute to architecture, system integration and modernisation initiatives Develop and integrate AI-driven capabilities into applications and workflows Ensure systems are secure, observable, and highly performant What we're looking for Strong Java development experience (Spring) within complex, enterprise environments Experience building distributed systems and microservices architectures Proven experience leading or mentoring engineering teams Strong understanding of DevOps practices (CI/CD, automation, testing) Experience with tools such as GitLab, Docker, Splunk, AppDynamics Exposure to frontend technologies (JavaScript / TypeScript) Experience working in agile environments (Scrum / Kanban) Experience or strong interest in AI development and integrating AI into products Financial services experience is beneficial Tech environment Backend: Java (Spring), Groovy Frontend: JavaScript / TypeScript Architecture: Microservices Testing: JUnit, Spock DevOps & tooling: GitLab, Docker, CI/CD pipelines Cloud & monitoring: Private cloud, Splunk, AppDynamics Why apply Join a globally recognised financial services organisation Work on large-scale, high-impact systems Opportunity to influence engineering standards and technical direction Exposure to AI-driven innovation Strong career progression within a structured environment

Senior Java Engineer Payments Location: London two days per week Contract Length: Minimum twelve months Pay: £525 - £625 per day An experienced Senior Java Engineer is required to support the delivery of large-scale enterprise payments platforms within a modern cloud-based architecture. This is a hands-on engineering role suited to someone who enjoys solving complex problems and working closely with senior technology and banking stakeholders. What you will be doing You will be designing and building robust Java based payment services using modern engineering practices. The work is delivery focused and will involve contributing to cloud native microservices handling high volume transactions within critical banking environments. Collaboration and communication are key as you will be working alongside engineers, architects and non-technical stakeholders. Essential experience Strong hands-on experience with Java eleven Spring Boot and microservices architecturesProven experience working within AWS cloud environmentsSolid experience using Apache Kafka and asynchronous messagingDeep understanding of payments processing and ISO 20022 standardsBetween five and ten years' experience as a Java engineerAt least three years hands on experience implementing ICON IPF within banking environmentsBackground working closely with major banking or financial services clientsConfident communicator able to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences Why apply This role offers long term stability challenging technical work and the opportunity to contribute to mission critical payment systems used at scale. Ideal for an experienced Java Engineer looking to apply their skills in a complex high impact payments environment.

Senior Java Engineer Modern Stack TDD & CI/CD Complex Systems Remote First (office visit once a month) - you must live within 1hr 30 of South Manchester £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits my client is not able to provide sponsorship We're working with a long-established tech company who are continuing to modernise a complex platform within a highly regulated domain. They've built a strong engineering culture around Agile and XP practices, and they're now looking for a Senior Java Engineer to join one of their Scrum teams. This is a role for someone who is genuinely hands-on, enjoys solving tricky problems, and cares about building software the right way - clean code, testing, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Opportunity You'll join a cross-functional team working on large-scale systems that have real-world impact. Engineering standards are taken seriously here, but it's not dogmatic - it's practical, delivery-focused, and built around doing things sustainably. The Senior role is almost entirely hands-on , but they're looking for someone with the experience and maturity to: mentor other engineers lead by example contribute to good engineering practices help the team deliver reliably Tech Stack & Practices The core platform is Java-based, supported by a modern mix of tooling: Java, Spring Boot TDD / automated testing CI/CD and modern delivery pipelines AWS (including serverless approaches in places) Docker, Kubernetes Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, etc.) You don't need to tick every box - strong Java + good engineering habits are the priority. Exposure to AWS and DevOps tooling is a nice bonus. What They're Looking For Strong experience building backend systems with Java & Spring Boot Comfortable working with TDD and modern engineering practices Experience delivering production software in Agile teams Someone who enjoys mentoring and helping others grow Collaborative mindset - pairing, code reviews, shared ownership Bonus points for AWS, Docker/Kubernetes, Terraform, etc. What's In It For You? Remote-first working with minimal office travel Strong salary, bonus and excellent benefits A genuinely good engineering culture (not just "Agile" on paper) Meaningful work, complex systems, and long-term platform thinking Plenty of room to learn and grow Interested? Apply now or get in touch for more info - even if you don't have a CV ready, we're happy to chat. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Would you like the opportunity to work with the latest technologies reaching 50 million users? DVLA are looking for Software Engineers with a passion for modern software development to become an integral part of a large, new programme of work and using cutting-edge tech to develop cloud-based software at scale. £44,241 - £58,997 plus 29% employer pension contribution and other benefits. Flexible, hybrid working from Swansea. About DVLA The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) deliver wide reaching digital services to the UK public and industry and maintain the national record of vehicles and drivers. If you have applied for a driving licence, changed vehicle, re-licensed your vehicle or completed a vehicle enquiry you would have used one of their services. You'll be supported with a high-spec MacBook and access to certifications in areas like AWS and Java, alongside the freedom to keep developing your skills. DVLA also actively encourages the use of AI coding tools, with a dedicated community focused on using them responsibly to improve how digital services are built. Job Description At the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), you'll work with modern technologies across both back-end and front-end development. On the back end, this includes Java, Spring Boot and tools like OpenAPI - but what matters most is your ability to build clean, secure applications using any object-oriented language. For front-end work, you'll use Ruby on Rails and React to create intuitive, accessible user interfaces. You will join one of the leading agile and cloud-focused technology teams in government, working with modern tools such as serverless, Docker and Kubernetes. You'll be part of the new electronic Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) programme, helping to modernise how vehicle tax is delivered digitally, within a friendly and stable engineering community that values innovation, security and a healthy work-life balance. Responsibilities Develop and maintain secure, scalable software solutions within an agile delivery team Contribute to the design and implementation of digital services, supporting technical decisions and improvements Collaborate with business analysts, delivery managers and other engineers to refine user stories and deliver against requirements Support live services, including troubleshooting, performance improvements and ongoing enhancements Mentor and support junior developers, contributing to best practice and continuous improvement within the team Essential skills Experience working as a software engineer across multiple teams or projects, using a range of modern technologies and tools Experience developing software using one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, Ruby, C#, JavaScript or similar Experience working with modern development practices, including CI/CD tooling and agile methodologies Interest or experience in back-end, front-end, security or serverless technologies Ability to communicate effectively with engineering peers and non-technical stakeholders across the business Desirable skills Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure Exposure to cloud-native architectures (e.g. serverless, containers) Experience contributing to improvements in team processes, tooling or engineering practices Understanding of API design and tools such as OpenAPI Exposure to public sector or working within GDS standards and accessibility guidelines Benefits Alongside your salary of £44,241 - £58,997, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency contributes £12,816 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Expect a planned, transparent progression with learning and development tailored to your role, an environment with flexible working options and a culture encouraging inclusion and diversity, long-term career progression plus the following benefits: A salary of £44,241 - £58,997, (inclusive of allowances) dependant on interview assessment Accreditations expensed with study days aside in areas such as AWS, Java and many more High spec laptop An environment with flexible and condensed hours working options Generous employer contribution of at least 28.9%, depending on rate of salary and chosen pension scheme. A great work-life balance 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing by 1 each year (up to 30) & 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday. Ability to buy and sell annual leave. Digital Communities On-site gym plus personal training available On-site nursery, restaurants, and coffee bar Range of staff groups to support all our colleagues. Free parking. Further information: This role requires SC clearance, a condition of which is to have been present in the UK for 5 out of the past 5 years. Client does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. If you are a Software Developer looking to develop your skills and work with the latest technologies on large-scale software delivery projects, then contact of of the team members at Inspire People, or apply now.

PRINCIPAL SOFTWARE ENGINEER - DV CLEARED BRAND NEW PERMANENT JOB OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE WITHIN A LEADING SOFTWARE CONSULTANCY FOR A SOFTWARE TEAM LEAD WITH ENHANCED DV CLEARANCE Permanent job opportunity for a Software Team Lead Leading National Security consultancy Salary up to £100,000 + Benefits + Clearance Bonus London based organisation in an easily accessible location To apply please call / or email WHO WE ARE? We are recruiting a Software Team Lead to work with a leading consultancy in London. We support Central Government, Defence and Law Enforcement customers across the UK with Software, Digital and Data products and tools to help keep the UK safe. Due to the nature of the work and the customers, you must hold enhanced DV Security Clearance. WHAT WILL THE SOFTWARE TEAM LEAD BE DOING? As a Software Team Lead, you will act as a Lead Technologist and work hand in hand with the engineering and product teams, leading the design and development. It will you be your job to design and deliver scalable software both in the cloud, and on-premise. You'll play a pivotal role in the design and direction of our products, and you'll engage with key customers to understand their needs and shape them into an effective product and technology roadmap. WE NEED THE SOFTWARE TEAM LEAD TO HAVE . Current DV clearance (Enhanced) We're looking for deep and broad experience in building and designing software Natural Technical leadership skills Solid understanding and experience with modern DevOps methodology Experience working in the National Security domain Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Experience scaling, leading and mentoring development teams Experience with public cloud technologies Experience translating user requirements into technical requirements Must be able to use a wide variety of open-source technologies Experience with CI and analysis systems Experience with Bids and Tenders is preferred but not essential TO BE CONSIDERED . Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to For further information please call me on or . I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Dominic Barbet. I look forward to hearing from you. SOFTWARE TEAM LEAD - DV CLEARED KEY SKILLS: SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER / JAVA DEVELOPER / JAVA ENGINEER / LEAD SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / DV CLEARED / DV CLEARANCE / DEVELOPPED VETTING / DEVELOPED VETTED / DEEP VETTING / DEEP VETTED / SC CLEARED / SC CLEARANCE / SECURITY CLEARED / SECURITY CLEARANCE

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER - eDV CLEARED NEW PERMANENT JOB OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE WITHIN A GLOBALLY LEADING NATIONAL SECURITY COMPANY FOR A SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER WITH eDV CLEARANCE Permanent job opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer Globally leading defence / cyber security company Salary up to £100,000 plus clearance bonus London based organisation in an easily accessible location Permanent Software Engineer To apply please call / or email WHO WE ARE? We are recruiting Senior and Lead Software Engineers to work with a multi-national, industry leading National Security client in central London. Due to the nature of the work you must hold enhanced DV Security Clearance. WHAT WILL THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER BE DOING? As a Senior Software Engineer, you will work with an experienced agile team to design and deliver packages of bespoke work, work development teams and liaise with customers. You will work through the entire software development life cycle from requirements capture to R&D, implementation to automation. WE NEED THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER TO HAVE . Current enhanced DV clearance Experience with at least one or more of the following: Java, Python, C++, .NET, C#, JavaScript, React Experience mentoring juniors or leading a team Experience / Knowledge of automation IT WOULD BE NICE FOR THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER TO HAVE . Cloud based experience Microservice architecture or server-less architecture Big Data / Messaging technologies such as Apache Nifi / MiNiFi / Kafka TO BE CONSIDERED . Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to For further information please call me on . I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Dominic Barbet. I look forward to hearing from you. SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER - DV CLEARED KEY SKILLS: SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER LEAD SOFTWARE ENGINEER / JAVA DEVELOPER / JAVA ENGINEER / LEAD SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER / DV CLEARED / DV CLEARANCE / DEVELOPPED VETTING / DEVELOPED VETTED / DEEP VETTING / DEEP VETTED / SC CLEARED / SC CLEARANCE / SECURITY CLEARED / SECURITY CLEARANCE

Job Description Senior Full Stack Developer (Java) Permanent UK-Based - West Midlands (Hybrid working) SC Clearance Eligible Are you a seasoned Java Full Stack Developer who enjoys building high-quality solutions, mentoring others, and working on meaningful projects?At TXP , we're growing our internal engineering capability and are looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer (Java) to join us and play a key role in delivering robust, modern applications for our business and our customers.This is an opportunity to work across the full development lifecycle, influence technical direction, and collaborate with talented teams in a supportive, delivery-focused environment. What you'll be doing As a Senior Full Stack Developer at TXP, you'll: Design, build and enhance applications using Java , React , and associated frameworks Work across the full SDLC: design, development, testing, defect resolution and deployment Deliver high-quality, scalable solutions for both internal systems and customer projects Play an active role in Agile/Scrum delivery , including sprint planning and ceremonies Take ownership of your work, ensuring delivery meets agreed quality, functionality and timescales Support and mentor junior developers and contractors , sharing best practice and raising capability Collaborate closely with TXP colleagues, customers, partners and suppliers Help shape and follow technical standards, development practices and delivery guidelines Build strong, trusted relationships through clear communication and a quality-first mindset What we're looking for You'll be an experienced developer who enjoys hands-on work and technical leadership. We're particularly keen to hear from candidates with: Strong commercial experience with Java (1.6 /1.8) In-depth knowledge of REST APIs, Spring , and Oracle PL/SQL Good hands-on experience with React or another modern JavaScript framework Experience designing and delivering microservices architectures Knowledge of build, deployment and containerisation tools such as Maven, Docker and/or Kubernetes A solid background in Agile/Scrum delivery environments Experience with JUnit, Mockito, TDD, CI/CD and quality-driven development A strong understanding of software design, implementation and deployment principles Excellent time management, organisation and prioritisation skills Nice to have (but not essential): Experience with Azure and/or AWS Exposure to AI / LLM tooling Knowledge of technical architecture, SOA or CBD Linux and bash scripting skills What kind of person will succeed at TXP? You'll thrive here if you are: Proud of the quality of your work and attentive to detail Logical, structured and confident solving complex problems Comfortable explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences A strong team player who also works well independently Proactive, self-motivated and delivery-focused Keen to support and develop others Collaborative, emotionally intelligent and professional in your approach Why join TXP? Be part of a growing, people-focused consultancy with a strong engineering culture Influence technical direction and ways of working Learn from talented colleagues and contribute to building something great Competitive salary, permanent role, and flexible working approach Benefits : • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). • An additional day of paid leave for your birthday (or Christmas eve). • Salary sacrifice, matched employer contributed pension (4%). • Life assurance (3x). • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). • Private medical insurance through our partner Aviva. • Cycle to work scheme. • Corporate eye-care vouchers. • Access to an independent financial advisor. • 2 x social value days per year to give back to local communities. Grow with us: Work on exciting new projects. If you want to avoid getting stuck with the mundane, you're in the right place. We work in many sectors with fantastic clients, so you'll always be working on something exciting and challenging. Career growth - we've got you! We recognise that you might have a career path planned out and you might need some support to help you move forward. We're here to support you and make the most out of your time with us, through challenging work, opportunities to grow and learning and development opportunities. Be part of the TXP growth journey. We are a high growth, fast paced environment. We currently have 200+ employees and work with clients across the UK. Joining TXP means you'll be part of that.

Java / Microservices / API design / LLMs / AI / Claude Code / Copilot Role: Senior Software Engineer Company: Financial Services Location: London - Hybrid 3 days per week Salary: up to £120,000 Join a Service Modernisation team driving AI-first software development in financial services. This is a hands-on role modernising high-impact legacy services while building AI-powered engineering workflows. What You'll Do Modernise critical legacy Java services using AI-driven analysis and refactoring Apply migration patterns (e.g. strangler fig) to deliver clean, modern APIs Ship improvements in fast cycles with measurable gains in performance and reliability Build AI-powered tooling, including MCP servers and AI-assisted CI/CD pipelines Demonstrate how AI transforms developer productivity and code quality What We're Looking For 6+ years' backend engineering experience (Java) Proven experience modernising production systems at scale Hands-on use of AI development tools (e.g. Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, LLMs) Experience with MCP, AI automation, or agentic AI systems Strong understanding of microservices and API design Java / Microservices / API design / LLMs / AI / Claude Code / Copilot

Senior Frontend Engineer Derbyshire (Hybrid, 3 days onsite) £85,000 to £90,000 This is an opportunity to join a fast growing digital engineering function at a pivotal point in its transformation. With multiple senior hires planned and urgent demand, this role offers real influence over customer facing products, frontend architecture, and engineering standards across a large scale ecommerce platform. The Company They are a major UK based retail and ecommerce organisation undergoing significant digital change. Technology sits at the heart of their strategy, with engineering teams owning core customer journeys across multiple consumer brands. The environment is product led, highly collaborative, and focused on building scalable platforms that support millions of users. Engineering is empowered to shape decisions, not just deliver tickets. The Role You will be a senior individual contributor within frontend focused squads, working on high impact customer experiences. Build and evolve customer facing ecommerce journeys including browse, checkout, payments, and membership. Influence frontend architecture, design systems, and shared standards across squads. Work closely with Product, Design, and Content to shape solutions from discovery to delivery. Act as a technical mentor, supporting frontend engineers across the wider team. Champion performance, accessibility, and quality across production systems. Collaborate with backend engineers, integrating with Node.js services and APIs in a microservices environment. Your Skills and Experience Strong commercial experience with JavaScript and TypeScript in large scale production environments. Deep experience building applications with React, ideally using Next.js. Proven understanding of frontend performance, accessibility standards such as WCAG, and Core Web Vitals. Experience integrating with REST and GraphQL APIs. Comfort working in a modern engineering environment alongside microservices and cloud native platforms. A holistic mindset, understanding how frontend fits into the wider system. Full stack experience with a frontend lean is highly valued. What They Offer The chance to work on high traffic, customer facing platforms with real ownership. Clear progression for senior engineers who want to influence architecture and standards. A collaborative culture with strong emphasis on engineering ownership and quality. How to Apply If you are a senior frontend engineer looking for impact, ownership, and the chance to shape a large scale ecommerce platform, apply now to learn more.

Senior / Lead Full Stack Developer Our award-winning, global client based in East Anglia is seeking an experienced Senior / Lead Full Stack Developer to join their growing team. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 6 years' hands-on development experience , including at least 12 months mentoring or leading junior engineers . Key technical skills include: Frontend: ReactJS, Next.js, modern UI principles. Backend: Node.js, ASP.NET (C#), Spatial Data Languages: JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, C# Databases: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB. APIs: RESTful, GraphQL. Testing: Jest or similar frameworks. Cloud Infrastructure: DevOps/AWS/Github/Jira/Confluence/M365 Additional Requirements Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions What's on Offer Hybrid working model Competitive salary Attractive benefits package Please note: Only candidates who meet all of the above criteria will be considered for this role.

Title: Senior Software Developer Location: Caerphilly (1 day a fortnight in office) Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 Overview: Yolk Recruitment are partnered with global B2B SaaS business using technology to drive real-world impact. Their platform helps organisations operate more safely, responsibly, and efficiently, supporting better standards across industries that genuinely matter. They're well-established, scaling internationally, and investing heavily in their technology, with a clear focus on building modern, high-quality software in a forward-thinking environment. We're looking for a Senior Software Developer to join a high-performing engineering squad delivering modern, scalable software solutions. This is a hands-on role with real ownership, working across the full development lifecycle using the latest tools, including AI-assisted development. What you'll be doing: Building high-quality front-end and server-side applications using React Owning features end-to-end, from design through to deployment Working in an Agile squad delivering regular releases Leveraging tools like GitHub Copilot to improve speed and quality Driving best practice across testing, code quality and engineering standards What we're looking for: Strong experience with React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript Solid testing experience (unit, integration, functional) Experience with containerised environments (Docker/Kubernetes) Comfortable owning features and influencing technical direction Exposure to AI-assisted development tools is a strong advantage Why apply: Modern engineering environment Real ownership and technical influence Forward-thinking approach to AI in development Interested? If you're excited by the idea of working on the latest technologiese and taking real ownership of frontend development, please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates who are successfully placed. For more information, contact Dan Newton at Yolk Recruitment .

Job Title: Senior DevSecOps Engineer Location: London Contract Length: 12 months Working Pattern : Hybrid, Via Umbrella Company Join Our Team! Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior DevSecOps Engineer to lead the charge in defining and implementing cutting-edge CI/CD and DevSecOps strategies! What You'll Do: As a key player in our client's engineering team, you will: Define & Own : Craft and manage the enterprise CI/CD and DevSecOps strategy to align with security, risk, and governance standards. Architect Solutions : Develop CI/CD approaches that cater to multiple teams and technologies while ensuring quality, security, and scalability. Enhance Cloud Applications : Provide your expertise in building cloud and cloud-ready applications, and support containerized workloads using Docker and Kubernetes. Integrate Security & Compliance : Embed security controls directly into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring solutions meet all governance and regulatory requirements. Engage Stakeholders : Build strong partnerships with functional teams and translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for various audiences. Drive Continuous Improvement : Champion a strong engineering mindset and relentlessly seek new tools and approaches to enhance developer experience and release cadence. What We're Looking For: To thrive in this role, you should possess: Core Technical Experience : Extensive experience in designing enterprise-scale CI/CD solutions, with a focus on GitLab. Hands-on experience in supporting build pipelines for Java, C#, JavaScript, and Python is essential. Cloud & Containerization Expertise : Proven ability to deliver containerized and cloud-ready applications, with experience in integrating CI/CD pipelines with cloud services. Financial Services Acumen : Familiarity with highly regulated environments, especially in the financial sector, and a strong understanding of risk management and governance frameworks. Leadership Skills : You should operate effectively as a senior individual contributor, demonstrating sound judgment, professionalism, and integrity while influencing outcomes without direct authority. Communication Skills : Exceptional clarity and precision in communication, particularly regarding risk-aware recommendations. What Success Looks Like: Secure, scalable, and trusted CI/CD platforms across the organization. Efficient and compliant delivery of containerized and cloud-ready applications. Seamless integration of security and governance into delivery processes. Empowered development teams capable of navigating control frameworks effectively. Why Join Us? This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in the financial services industry! You'll work in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, and your contributions will make a real impact. Ready to Make a Difference? If you're driven by a passion for engineering excellence and are ready to take on new challenges, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and join our client's mission to innovate and lead in the financial sector. Your next big opportunity awaits! We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Developer (React & C#.NET) Contract Length: 12 Months Location: London - 3 Days a week Daily Rate: Circa 650/Day (Inside IR35) About the Role Join our dynamic team as a Senior Full Stack Developer, where your expertise in React JS and C# .NET Core will shine! We are looking for a tech-savvy professional with a passion for building scalable applications within the financial sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cloud-native architectures and cutting-edge technologies. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Technical Skills Front-end: Strong proficiency in React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, Redux/RTK, and modern UI patterns, develop framework is essential Back-end: Expertise in C# .NET Core, REST APIs, and microservices-based development is essential Python (pyspark): Experience with data pipelines and analytics is a plus. Power BI: Familiarity with developing dashboards and data models. Architecture: Knowledge of microservices, API design, and event-driven architectures. DevOps/CI/CD: Experience with Azure DevOps, GitLab, GitHub Actions, or similar tools. Cloud Platforms: Proficient in Azure or AWS (Azure preferred). Databases: Strong skills in SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases. containerisation: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Key Responsibilities Design & Develop: Create and maintain full stack applications using React JS and C#.NET Core. Build Services: Develop high-performance backend services and RESTful APIs with a focus on scalability and resilience. Create UI Components: Craft responsive and modular UI components using React JS and modern JavaScript/TypeScript patterns. Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders and domain experts in Risk, Regulatory Reporting, and Finance. Power BI Expertise: utilise your knowledge of Power BI to develop dashboards and analytical reports. CI/CD Implementation: Collaborate with DevSecOps to optimise CI/CD pipelines, ensuring automated testing and deployment. Architecture Contribution: Contribute to event-driven and distributed system designs using technologies like Kafka or Event Hub. Mentorship: Guide junior developers and foster a collaborative atmosphere within a cross-functional agile team. Soft Skills A strong engineering mindset with a relentless curiosity. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. An agile mindset with experience in Scrum/Agile environments. Ability to work independently and lead technical solutions from start to finish. Why Join Us? Work on innovative projects that make a difference in the financial sector. Collaborate with a talented team in a vibrant environment. Enjoy a competitive daily rate and flexible working arrangements. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects, apply now! We can't wait to meet you! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Title: Senior Software Developer Location: Caerphilly (1 day a fortnight in office) Salary: 65,000 - 70,000 Overview: Yolk Recruitment are partnered with global B2B SaaS business using technology to drive real-world impact. Their platform helps organisations operate more safely, responsibly, and efficiently, supporting better standards across industries that genuinely matter. They're well-established, scaling internationally, and investing heavily in their technology, with a clear focus on building modern, high-quality software in a forward-thinking environment. We're looking for a Senior Software Developer to join a high-performing engineering squad delivering modern, scalable software solutions. This is a hands-on role with real ownership, working across the full development lifecycle using the latest tools, including AI-assisted development. What you'll be doing: Building high-quality front-end and server-side applications using React Owning features end-to-end, from design through to deployment Working in an Agile squad delivering regular releases Leveraging tools like GitHub Copilot to improve speed and quality Driving best practice across testing, code quality and engineering standards What we're looking for: Strong experience with React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript Solid testing experience (unit, integration, functional) Experience with containerised environments (Docker/Kubernetes) Comfortable owning features and influencing technical direction Exposure to AI-assisted development tools is a strong advantage Why apply: Modern engineering environment Real ownership and technical influence Forward-thinking approach to AI in development Interested? If you're excited by the idea of working on the latest technologiese and taking real ownership of frontend development, please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates who are successfully placed. For more information, contact Dan Newton at Yolk Recruitment .

Senior Java Engineer Modern Stack TDD & CI/CD Complex Systems Remote First (office visit once a month) - you must live within 1hr 30 of South Manchester 60,000 - 70,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits my client is not able to provide sponsorship We're working with a long-established tech company who are continuing to modernise a complex platform within a highly regulated domain. They've built a strong engineering culture around Agile and XP practices, and they're now looking for a Senior Java Engineer to join one of their Scrum teams. This is a role for someone who is genuinely hands-on, enjoys solving tricky problems, and cares about building software the right way - clean code, testing, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Opportunity You'll join a cross-functional team working on large-scale systems that have real-world impact. Engineering standards are taken seriously here, but it's not dogmatic - it's practical, delivery-focused, and built around doing things sustainably. The Senior role is almost entirely hands-on , but they're looking for someone with the experience and maturity to: mentor other engineers lead by example contribute to good engineering practices help the team deliver reliably Tech Stack & Practices The core platform is Java-based, supported by a modern mix of tooling: Java, Spring Boot TDD / automated testing CI/CD and modern delivery pipelines AWS (including serverless approaches in places) Docker, Kubernetes Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, etc.) You don't need to tick every box - strong Java + good engineering habits are the priority. Exposure to AWS and DevOps tooling is a nice bonus. What They're Looking For Strong experience building backend systems with Java & Spring Boot Comfortable working with TDD and modern engineering practices Experience delivering production software in Agile teams Someone who enjoys mentoring and helping others grow Collaborative mindset - pairing, code reviews, shared ownership Bonus points for AWS, Docker/Kubernetes, Terraform, etc. What's In It For You? Remote-first working with minimal office travel Strong salary, bonus and excellent benefits A genuinely good engineering culture (not just "Agile" on paper) Meaningful work, complex systems, and long-term platform thinking Plenty of room to learn and grow Interested? Apply now or get in touch for more info - even if you don't have a CV ready, we're happy to chat. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Java / Microservices / API design / LLMs / AI / Claude Code / Copilot Role: Senior Software Engineer Company: Financial Services Location: London - Hybrid 3 days per week Salary: up to 120,000 Join a Service Modernisation team driving AI-first software development in financial services. This is a hands-on role modernising high-impact legacy services while building AI-powered engineering workflows. What You'll Do Modernise critical legacy Java services using AI-driven analysis and refactoring Apply migration patterns (e.g. strangler fig) to deliver clean, modern APIs Ship improvements in fast cycles with measurable gains in performance and reliability Build AI-powered tooling, including MCP servers and AI-assisted CI/CD pipelines Demonstrate how AI transforms developer productivity and code quality What We're Looking For 6+ years' backend engineering experience (Java) Proven experience modernising production systems at scale Hands-on use of AI development tools (e.g. Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, LLMs) Experience with MCP, AI automation, or agentic AI systems Strong understanding of microservices and API design Java / Microservices / API design / LLMs / AI / Claude Code / Copilot