Java​/Kafka Developer

About the Job you are considering:

We are looking for a Java Developer to enhance and support an existing suite of enterprise Java applications.

You will primarily work on:

A Spring Boot-based Java application that hosts microservice web pages used to view static data and submit trade lifecycle actions.

A vendor-based system running on Linux, responsible for processing and persisting market and trade data.

The role involves delivering new, business-requested functionality, resolving defects identified by QA and end users, and ensuring the stability, accuracy, and reliability of production systems.

Hybrid working:

The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time.

Your Role:

• Independently deliver feature enhancements and bug fixes for existing Java applications.
• Collaborate closely with QA and development teams to prioritize work and respond to critical requests.
• Clearly document code changes, design decisions, and release notes for team visibility and audit needs.
• Participate in regular team meetings to discuss technical strategy, progress, and upcoming work.
• Communicate directly with business users to clarify requirements and verify that implemented changes meet expectations.
• Support applications running in production by assisting with issue investigation and resolution when required.

Your

Skills:

• Strong experience in Java development.
• Experience with Spring Boot (Spring Batch experience is a plus).
• Proficient in SQL and working with relational databases.
• Familiarity with messaging systems (MQ or Kafka preferred).
• Understanding of containerisation and cloud deployment fundamentals.
• Comfortable working with the Unix/Linux command line;
  Bash scripting experience is beneficial.
• Experience using Git or similar version control systems.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly document changes and decisions.
• Experience working in financial markets or Prime Finance systems.
• Exposure to vendor-based platforms and integration with inhouse systems.
• Experience supporting business-critical, production systems.

We are a Disability Confident

Employer:

Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level
2) under the UK Government's Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who:

• Declare they have a disability.
• Meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

Please opt in during the application process.