Senior Software Engineer – Java

Our client, a leading fintech organisation, is seeking an expert Core Java developer with extensive experience working on highly distributed systems. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of garbage collection, memory management, and a strong commitment to clean code and continuous testing. The team follows an Extreme Programming (XP) approach and full-time pair programming.

• Develop resilient, adaptable financial platforms and components using Core Java
• Continuously refactor code to improve structure, clarity, and maintainability
• Write comprehensive automated tests to ensure code quality – every commit is verified through hundreds of tests
• Automate repetitive or manual tasks to improve developer productivity and system efficiency
• Collaborate closely through pair programming within an Extreme Programming framework

• Proven expertise in Core Java with a strong focus on performance optimisation
• Solid experience working on large-scale, distributed systems
• Deep understanding of garbage collection, memory management, and Java performance tuning
• Familiarity with Extreme Programming principles, including Test-Driven Development (TDD), pair programming, and continuous integration
• Strong testing mindset and experience with automated test frameworks
• Ability to write clean, efficient, and well-documented code

• Experience working in a fintech or regulated environment
• Exposure to Dev Ops practices or tooling (e.g., CI/CD, containers, infrastructure as code)
• Interest in functional programming principles or emerging Java frameworks