Hybrid Senior Java Engineer- Fintech Scale Up
Our client is a London based Fintech scale up with operations across Europe, Asia and South Americas. About the Role: We are hiring a Backend Engineer to build and maintain scalable backend systems supporting APIs, data services, and integrations. You will work on core platforms, deliver new features, improve reliability, and support production systems in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain backend services using Java/Kotlin ((Spring Boot, Netty)
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Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable code
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Own features from design to deployment and monitoring
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Participate in support/on-call rotations
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Improve system monitoring and observability
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams
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Support CI/CD pipelines and regular releases
Requirements
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5+ years of experience with Java and/or Kotlin in production systems
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Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
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Experience with relational databases and performance tuning
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Knowledge of clean architecture, testing, and CI/CD
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Experience with distributed systems and cloud platforms
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Familiarity with REST APIs and authentication standards
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Technology & Digital
Focus: Software Development/Engineering
Industry: Financial Services
Salary: £94,300 - £117,900 per annum + Equity
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Mid Management
Location: London
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 5OMEV2-60AAE1FA
Date posted: 26 February 2026
Consultant: Karen Cordner
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