About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):
11
The Team:

S&P Global corporates value stream technology team consists of geographically diversified software engineers responsible to develop scalable solutions by working directly with product development team. Our team culture is oriented towards equality in the realm of software engineering irrespective of hierarchy promoting innovation. One should feel empowered to iterate over ideas and experimentation without being afraid of failure.

Responsibilities and Impact:

You will enable S&P ratings business to provide best in class end-to-end analytical, commercial and customer experience by building feature rich solutions including big data engineering, analytics, business intelligence and workflow capabilities. The ideal candidate thrives in a highly technical role and will design and develop software using cutting edge technologies consisting of web applications, data pipelines, big data, machine learning and multi-cloud.

• Active participation in all scrum ceremonies, follow AGILE best practices effectively.
• Play a key role in the development team to build high-quality, high-performance, scalable code.
• Document and demonstrate solutions using technical design docs, diagrams, and stubbed code.
• Collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Respond to and resolve production issues.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum 5+ years of work experience in Technology (application development and production support).
• Strong hands-on experience with React and TypeScript, including building scalable, maintainable front-end architectures.
• Solid understanding of HTML5, CSS, and modern JavaScript, with experience building responsive and accessible user interfaces.
• Experience working with REST APIs and integrating frontend applications with backend services.
• Familiarity with modern frontend development practices, including component-driven development, state management, and testing.
• Experience working in Agile teams, participating in code reviews, and collaborating closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to have:

• Experience with backend development using Java and Spring-based technologies such as Spring Boot.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS.
• Familiarity with containerized environments and CI/CD pipelines.
• Domain knowledge in Financial Services or Capital Markets.

About S&P Global Ratings
At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst-driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high-quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions.

S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/ratings

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We’re more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we’re able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world’s leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (the Policy) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy’s requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy.

Recruitment Fraud Alert:

If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com . S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, pre-employment training or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here .

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:" EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com “and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.”

US Candidates Only: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal

20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), IFTECH202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority - Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)

Full Stack Software Engineer

Join a trusted supplier delivering mission-critical solutions in the defence and national security sector. You will work on leading-edge technologies across AI/Data Science, Cyber, Cloud, DevOps/SRE, and Platform Engineering, developing solutions that protect people, platforms, and information against constantly evolving threats.

The Role

As a Full Stack Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain mission-critical softwares. You will work on novel products that combine physical and digital systems, collaborate closely with clients to define strategy, and explore emerging technologies.

Key responsibilities include:

Writing clean, secure code following a test-driven approach

Producing reusable and maintainable code

Translating logical designs into physical designs and detailed specifications

Documenting work using appropriate standards and tools, including prototyping where needed

Working with emerging and well-understood technologies, identifying suitable design patterns

Integrating APIs and UI components with existing data stores and services

Maintaining and developing architectural components including data ingest, storage, and REST APIs

Participating in Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, demos, and epic decomposition

Collaborating with user researchers and internal stakeholders to represent user needs

Required Skills

Java Enterprise development and Spring Boot

Front-end frameworks such as React, VueJS, or AngularJS

Experience with appropriate testing frameworks

Technologically curious with the ability and willingness to learn new tools and technologies

Security Clearance

Candidates must be eligible to obtain DV security clearance due to the nature of this work.

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

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We’re recruiting for experienced Java Engineers with strong experience working with Legacy Java versions (Ideally Java 8). This 6-Month contract is determined as Inside IR35 and is offered on a Hybrid remote basis requiring 1/2 days per week of onsite work in Swindon or London. Key Requirements Strong commercial experience with Java 8 or similar legacy Java frameworks Solid skills in SQL, Spring Boot, and Hibernate development practices Proven ability to build microservices and reliable RESTful APIs Hands‑on experience applying TDD and BDD testing approaches Good understanding of clean coding principles, SOLID, and cloud technologies Previous experience in the Finance/Fintech Industry is beneficial Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and thoroughly test new enhancements across the platform Lead feature development from initial concept through to final delivery Produce high‑quality software that consistently meets performance expectations Resolve technical issues promptly to ensure continued platform stability Contribute ideas that evolve and improve the overall product architectureWhat to do next If this Java 8 Engineer role sounds like a good fit and you’d like to know more, please apply with your most up‑to‑date CV and I’ll be in touch. Java 8 Software Engineer | £500 – £550 | Inside IR35 | 6 Months | Hybrid Remote

Principle Java Engineer Salary to £70k + Company Options Scheme Hybrid working between your home, their offices (London Vauxhall) & client sites. NB: Please only apply if you are a UK National and able to achieve SC (ideally DV) clearance i.e. you have at least 5 years residency in the UK with no more than a 3 month break outside the UK. This company is a Workflow & AI Orchestration Specialist. They're on a mission to modernise how public sector organisations manage casework, derive insight from data and deliver citizen services. Theyre growing fast and looking for bright, dynamic people to help build their business. Role Theyre looking for an experienced (Principle/Team Lead) Java Engineer to join their implementation team. Youll work across Camunda BPMN/DMN process automation, API integration, and microservice orchestration helping their public-sector clients build secure, scalable, and resilient digital services. Youll collaborate with solution architects, business analysts, and designers to translate workflows into elegant, maintainable code. Youll play a key part in defining technical standards, optimising runtime performance, and mentoring less- experienced engineers in workflow-centric delivery. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys solving complex process problems through clean code, automation, and modern engineering practices. The role involves visiting client sites; the company will cover travel expenses. Frequency is uncertain but candidates should be comfortable with that being 2-3 days per week. Client sites could be anywhere but will most likely be in & around London. Responsibilities Design, develop, and deploy Camunda-based process and decision automation solutions Implement and integrate Java-based microservices, APIs, and connectors within orchestration flows Translate BPMN and DMN models into executable workflows and reusable components Collaborate closely with analysts and service designers to refine and iterate business processes Develop and maintain automated test suites, CI/CD pipelines, and containerised deployments Optimise Camunda engine performance and monitor workflow metrics for production environments Participate in code reviews, peer testing, and technical design discussions Contribute to their internal best-practice frameworks and automation accelerators Essential Eligible (have resided in the UK for the past 5 years) and prepared to go through UK SC Security Clearance Strong experience in Java software engineering and object-oriented design Strong Spring (Boot) experience Experience with REST APIs, and microservice architectures Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for containerisation and orchestration Proficiency in Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks Understanding of event-driven design and message brokers (e.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ) Good knowledge of security, authentication, and integration patterns for enterprise systems Experience working in agile teams within digital transformation or automation programmes A willingness to learn BPMN and Camunda tooling Some exposure to process automation or microservice orchestration Desirable Experience with Camunda 8 (Zeebe) clusters and Operate/Tasklist components Experience implementing solutions using Camunda 7 or 8 (BPMN/DMN) Familiarity with Camunda connectors, external task workers, and scripting extensions Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Helm) Experience integrating process automation with case-management or service-orchestration platforms Understanding of agentic AI capabilities and how they can complement workflow automation Experience mentoring developers or contributing to open-source Camunda extensions Already holding UK security clearance (SC, DV, eDV) Other Stuff NB: Please only apply if you are a UK National and able to achieve SC or DV clearance. i.e. you have at least 5 years residency in the UK with no more than a 3 month break outside the UK. NB: for non-UK Citizens; we cannot accept applications from anyone requiring sponsorship (now or in the future) for UK permanent employment status. If you are utilising a work visa this must allow you to work in the UK unrestricted for at least the next 5 years. Profile 29 recruitment keywords: Java software engineer object-oriented design OOD Camunda BPMN DMN Spring Boot REST API microservice architecture Docker Kubernetes containerisation orchestration Git CI/CD pipelines automated testing frameworks Kafka RabbitMQ Security authentication integration patterns enterprise systems agile digital transformation automation Java developer Camunda developer Zeebe Cloud AWS Azure GCP Terraform Helm process automation agentic AI artificial intelligence security clearance SC DV eDV London home based hybrid lead senior manager manage

Backend Specialist (Java & Kotlin)

Location: London (Hybrid: 2-3 days per week)

Type: Full-time / Permanent

Experience: 5-7 years

We are seeking a high-caliber Backend Specialist with a strong foundation in Java and Kotlin to join our development team in London. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and scaling robust Microservices using the Spring Boot ecosystem.

The Role

You will take full ownership of the software development lifecycle, from initial concept to deployment. You’ll be tasked with building efficient, maintainable backend solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance features.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop & Maintain: Build robust applications using Java and Kotlin within a Spring Boot environment.
• Architect: Design and implement scalable Microservices architectures.
• Collaborate: Work with Project Leads, BAs, and DevOps to translate requirements into technical solutions and manage CI/CD pipelines.
• Quality Assurance: Write clean code, perform unit/integration testing, and participate in peer code reviews.
• Mentor: Guide junior developers and uphold high engineering standards across the team.

Technical Requirements

• 5-7 years of professional experience in backend development.
• Expertise in Java and Kotlin.
• Deep understanding of Spring and Spring Boot frameworks.
• Proven experience building and deploying Microservices.
• Strong skills in developing RESTful APIs and troubleshooting complex production issues.

Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Java Messaging Engineer eBond Trading Platform

We are seeking a high-caliber Java Backend Developer to join the Booking & Messaging cell of a global electronic trading platform. This role is at the heart of the “eBond” ecosystem, managing high-throughput trade flows and external venue connectivity.

Your Technical Arsenal

• Core Java Mastery: Expert-level Java (8+) with a focus on Multithreading, Concurrency, and Asynchronous processing.
• Reactive Systems: Hands-on experience with Functional Reactive Programming (RxJava, Java 9 Flow API, or similar).
• Low Latency Messaging: Deep understanding of 60East AMPS, Kafka, or Solace. You should be comfortable with Pub/Sub, Point-to-Point, and durable subscriptions.
• Middleware & Networking: Expertise in socket programming and optimizing low-latency network communication.
• Modern Stack: Spring IoC/MVC, SQL (Sybase/PostgreSQL), and a solid grasp of Linux internals.

Rate: 625 per day (Umbrella / Inside IR35)

Location: London (Hybrid)

Duration: 6 Months (Initial)

Ideal Candidate

You are a developer who possesses “mechanical sympathy”-you don’t just write code; you understand how it impacts the hardware and the network. You thrive in environments where performance bottlenecks are identified and destroyed, and you enjoy the autonomy of owning a functional backlog within a global team.

Ready to optimize the flow of global debt markets? Apply today with your updated CV to discuss the project and the technical environment. You can also share your CV to (url removed)

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Java Software Engineer - Payment Processing This is a fantastic opportunity to grow and evolve within a Software Engineering function with the opportunity to improve the software development process, methodologies and tools through applied experience, automation and simplification. This global payment processing companyare building the next generation of capabilities that powers our merchant-first ecosystem. You will be joining a company which is looking to become a market leader and this ambition rings through every department and team. They believe that focused and empowered teams can do great things and want like-minded people to join them on this exciting journey. Why this role? Joining a team with a 5 year plan to grow and expand their capabilities. The main tasks you'll be focused on will be understanding merchant and partner needs, problems and expectations and take action to address these expectations through high quality, innovative solutions that deliver value to their customers. You will be working in a dynamic and exciting, agile environment that includes multiple teams within the company. Culture fit and collaboration are as essential to this company as you technical capabilities so sharing team achievements and individual successes are considered very important to them. You will also have the option to work fully remote across the UK and Ireland. What You Will Be Doing Understanding merchant and partner needs, problems, and expectations and taking action to address expectations through high quality, innovative solutions that deliver value to our customers. Improving the software development process, methodologies, and tools through applied experience, automation, and simplification. Assisting with software deployment activities to internal test environments and production data centre as theteam is responsible for Requirements Analysis through to Release. Collaborating with team members to ensure that deliverables are technically accurate and useful on time Identifying critical activities & tasks on projects, helping with estimation and planning, ensuring timely and accurate communication of status, resolution of issues, and contributing beyond assigned tasks - adjusting priorities when appropriate. What You Will Have 4+ years in a Software Engineering position focused on Java development. BS or MS in Computer Science or related field. Proficiency in either Spring Boot or J2EEis highly desirable. Able to utiliseAI-driven development tools e.g. Windsurf, Claude Code, Llama, etc. to accelerate delivery and maintain high code quality. Experience in designing and implementing scalable RESTful APIs. Strong command of Git, CI/CD pipelines and modern software development methodologies. Skills: Java Java Programming AI Artificial Intelligence Springboot Spring boot Software Development Benefits: Work From Home Fully Remote Bonus Healthcare Pension

White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, LondonSoftware Engineering Manager - Services

About this role

Capital One is looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join us in our London office. You will have previous experience of leading a Software Engineering team and be passionate about people and technical leadership.

What you’ll do

• Be a differential people leader. Literally . We expect you to coach and nurture your engineers and make a material positive difference to their careers and impact on the business.
• Bring technical leadership to your team. We don’t require you to code, but we do expect you to stay close to your team’s work, set a high bar for engineering, understand technical risks and influence architectural thinking and decisions.
• Bring context and purpose to your team. You will ensure your team understands the why behind the work they do, and you will be intentional about how you own and shape culture.
• Own ways of working and deliveries, partnering with your Product Owner and Change Delivery Lead to shape roadmaps and lead frequent delivery of high quality software in a complex regulatory environment
• Own one or more business applications, keeping them well-managed and compliant with the high bar set by the business
• Be a manager for the business , elevating your thinking beyond your immediate team. You’ll represent the interests and context of the business to your engineers, and help make the environment beyond your immediate team a better place.

What we’re looking for

An approachable and inquisitive problem-solving leader, with a focus on the why, and a passion for growing people, nurturing culture and leading technical delivery to help us get things done and make things better in a complex, regulatory environment.

We are looking for:

• Previous experience in leading teams, growing engineers and dealing with conflict, constructively and collaboratively
• Previous experience of having been an experienced software engineer, and somebody who remains comfortable with technology, architectural decisions and technical trade-offs
• Previous experience in our backend tech stack - Java, Spring, AWS and who is a strong advocate of tight feedback loops through mechanisms including, but not limited to automated tests, CI/CD pipelines and frequent releases
• A balance of self-reflection and bias for action
• Strong ownership and excellent communication
• A drive for positive, proactive impact

We understand that great engineering managers may not have everything listed here, and that is OK. If you believe you can make a difference, lead a happy & high-performing engineering team and you have the drive to make a positive impact on the business, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s in it for you:

• A people and technical leadership role in an engineering organisation that actively values excellence and doing the right thing, in a business that cares for its associates and has interesting problems to solve around growth, security, availability and performance in a highly regulated space.
• A learning environment with access to many excellent resources including online technical courses and in-person leadership training
• A competitive salary and immediate access to core benefits including salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution, bonus, generous holiday entitlement, private medical insurance and flexible benefits including season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave
• Open-plan workspace and facilities designed to inspire and support you. In our (quite beautiful) London office, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café

What you’ll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous)

• Solve real world problems, navigate ambiguity and deliver on the public cloud (AWS) to drive growth and operational efficiencies in an ambitious and growing UK business
• Influence change in a complex regulated environment

Where and how you’ll work

This is a permanent position based in our London office.

We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home.

We’re big on collaboration and connection, so you’ll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

What you should know about how we recruit

We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it’s about what you do, not just what you say. That’s why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages.

We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few:

• REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies
• OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates
• Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all
• Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech
• EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry
• Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity

Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace.

If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment.

For technical support or questions about Capital One’s recruiting process, please send an email to

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

Who We Are

At Capital One, we’re building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding.

Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.

Senior Backend Engineer - Java/Spring/Golang/AzureLondon Hybrid (2-3 days onsite) Permanent£80k-£90k

We’re looking for an experienced Java Developer with strong hands-on experience across Java, Spring, Golang, and Azure to join a global consultancy that delivers large-scale IT services and digital transformation for enterprise clients worldwide.

The Role

You’ll be joining an engineering team focused on building high-quality Back End services and cloud-native solutions. The environment is modern and distributed, with a strong emphasis on clean design, scalability, and reliable delivery.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Building Back End services using Java, Spring, and Golang
• Developing cloud-native solutions on Azure
• Working within a microservices-driven environment
• Contributing to architecture, design decisions, and code quality
• Collaborating closely with other engineers in a hybrid London setup

What You’ll Need

• Strong commercial experience with Java and Spring
• Good working knowledge of Golang
• Solid cloud experience with Microsoft Azure
• Understanding of microservices, distributed systems, and modern Back End engineering
• Ability to work 2-3 days per week onsite in London

White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Software Engineering Manager - Services

About this role

Capital One is looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join us in our London office. You will have previous experience of leading a Software Engineering team and be passionate about people and technical leadership.

What you’ll do

• Be a differential people leader. Literally. We expect you to coach and nurture your engineers and make a material positive difference to their careers and impact on the business.
• Bring technical leadership to your team. We don’t require you to code, but we do expect you to stay close to your team’s work, set a high bar for engineering, understand technical risks and influence architectural thinking and decisions.
• Bring context and purpose to your team. You will ensure your team understands the why behind the work they do, and you will be intentional about how you own and shape culture.
• Own ways of working and deliveries, partnering with your Product Owner and Change Delivery Lead to shape roadmaps and lead frequent delivery of high quality software in a complex regulatory environment
• Own one or more business applications, keeping them well-managed and compliant with the high bar set by the business
• Be a manager for the business, elevating your thinking beyond your immediate team. You’ll represent the interests and context of the business to your engineers, and help make the environment beyond your immediate team a better place.

What we’re looking for

An approachable and inquisitive problem-solving leader, with a focus on the why, and a passion for growing people, nurturing culture and leading technical delivery to help us get things done and make things better in a complex, regulatory environment.

We are looking for:

• Previous experience in leading teams, growing engineers and dealing with conflict, constructively and collaboratively
• Previous experience of having been an experienced software engineer, and somebody who remains comfortable with technology, architectural decisions and technical trade-offs
• Previous experience in our backend tech stack - Java, Spring, AWS and who is a strong advocate of tight feedback loops through mechanisms including, but not limited to automated tests, CI/CD pipelines and frequent releases
• A balance of self-reflection and bias for action
• Strong ownership and excellent communication
• A drive for positive, proactive impact

We understand that great engineering managers may not have everything listed here, and that is OK. If you believe you can make a difference, lead a happy & high-performing engineering team and you have the drive to make a positive impact on the business, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s in it for you:

• A people and technical leadership role in an engineering organisation that actively values excellence and doing the right thing, in a business that cares for its associates and has interesting problems to solve around growth, security, availability and performance in a highly regulated space.
• A learning environment with access to many excellent resources including online technical courses and in-person leadership training
• A competitive salary and immediate access to core benefits including salary sacrifice pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution, bonus, generous holiday entitlement, private medical insurance and flexible benefits including season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave
• Open-plan workspace and facilities designed to inspire and support you. In our (quite beautiful) London office, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café

What you’ll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous)

• Solve real world problems, navigate ambiguity and deliver on the public cloud (AWS) to drive growth and operational efficiencies in an ambitious and growing UK business
• Influence change in a complex regulated environment

Where and how you’ll work

This is a permanent position based in our London office.

We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home.

We’re big on collaboration and connection, so you’ll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

What you should know about how we recruit

We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it’s about what you do, not just what you say. That’s why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages.

We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few:

• REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies
• OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates
• Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all
• Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech
• EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry
• Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity

Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace.

If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment.

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Role/Job title

Mainframe Developer with CICS Webservices

Work Location

London

Role type - Permanent/Fixed Term/ Contracting

Contracting

Mode of working Hybrid /office based

Hybrid

If Hybrid, how many days are required in office?

2-3 days a week

Number of positions

1

Duration of assignment

6 months

Any other working conditions - travel/on call/shifts

None

Key Skills Required:

• Mainframes
• CICS Webservices

Desirableskills/knowledge/experience:(As applicable)

Required skills:

• Experience working in ZOS connect EE and DB2 Rest and extensive knowledge in CICS webservices
• Development experience using FileAid, Xpeditor, IBM explorer for ZOS, Visual studio.
• Proficient with SOAP, WSDL and JSON. A comprehensive understanding of SOA and Restful APIs
• Experience of working with code repositories, bug tracking tools and wikis Tools - Gitlab, Endevor, JIRA, Confluence
• Knowledge of different security integration patterns such as basic authentication, client authentication (MATLS) and Oauth(JWT)
• Experience of DevOps and Agile methodology and associated toolsets and methodologies CICD practices, Jenkins.

Desirable skills:

• Java skill set
• Strong foundation in Java including OOP, functional programming (java 8+)
• Familiarity with Spring Boot’s annotations, configuration, and how it simplifies Spring application setup and deployment.
• Restful API development experience

Or/and

• Hands-on experience using DataPower appliances
• Development experience using XSLT, Gateway Script and XPath

Java Developer - SC Cleared - Spring Boot / AWS - Croydon (Hybrid)

Location: Croydon (Hybrid Working)
Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Type: Contract

Overview

We are looking for an SC Cleared Java Developer to support the delivery of modern, cloud-based applications within an AWS environment. The role will involve backend development, API delivery, and contributing to greenfield microservices-based solutions.

Hybrid working is required, with on-site presence in Croydon.

Key Skills (Essential)

• Strong Java development experience
• Spring Boot
• SQL and report writing
• Experience working in AWS environments
• EBSA experience
• API development and microservices architecture
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines
• Containerisation using Docker and/or Kubernetes
• Experience delivering greenfield development projects
• Active SC Clearance

Desirable Skills

• React
• Next.js
• Experience working within Agile delivery teams

Responsibilities

• Develop backend services using Java and Spring Boot
• Build and maintain REST APIs
• Work with AWS cloud infrastructure
• Contribute to microservices and containerised deployments
• Support delivery of new system builds (greenfield)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment

Up to 550 per day (Inside IR35)

London / Remote

3 months initially

My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy who urgently requires a Technical Lead/Lead Developer, with Active Security Clearance (SC), and with proven team lead experience to join a business-critical programme.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience working as a Lead Java Developer within the public sector
• Demonstrable team lead / leadership experience - ability to guide developers, support technical decision making, and ensure delivery standards
• Active Security Clearance (SC)
• Expertise in a range of technologies, including Java 8 and 17+, Spring / Spring Boot, React / HTML
• AWS Cloud Services experience
• Working experience with MySQL

Nice to have:

• Technical hands-on experience with Terraform, Kibana, Apache Camel
• Linux in a containerised environment
• Immediate availability

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Senior Software Developer (Contract)
Rate: Up to 500 per day (Inside IR35)
Duration: Initial 3-month contract (starting ASAP)
Location: Remote (UK-based)

A client of ours is seeking experienced Senior Software Developers to join their team on an initial 3-month contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products
• Contribute to architecture decisions and best practices
• Work within cloud-based environments and modern development frameworks

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Java and Spring Boot
• Working knowledge of Kotlin and/or Node.js
• Hands-on experience with AWS
• Familiarity with Amazon EKS and associated tooling
• Experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools
• Government industry experience

Additional Requirements

• Experience working within government environments is highly desirable
• Active SC clearance, or eligibility to obtain it, is required

Java FullStack Developer

London Based - 3 days in the office

Salary up to 75K

A well-established IT firm is looking for an experienced Java Full Stack Developer to join a high-profile banking client to contribute to a large-scale development project. You will join a dynamic development team focused on end-to-end delivery of sophisticated web applications, spanning from sophisticated user interfaces to robust database architectures. The successful candidate will contribute to the entire software development lifecycle within an Agile framework.

As a Fullstack Developer you will have the following responsibilities:

• Full Stack Delivery: End-to-end design, development, and deployment of scalable web applications.
• System Architecture: Application of complex architecture patterns to support high-performance server-side logic.
• UI Development: Construction of responsive interfaces and layouts using modern JavaScript frameworks.
• API & Microservices: Development of RESTful services utilizing the Java Spring Boot ecosystem.
• Data Management: Design and maintenance of SQL/NoSQL databases and ORM integration.
• Quality Control: Execution of unit testing, code reviews, and performance optimization to ensure high standards.

Essential Skills

• Core Languages: Advanced proficiency in Java, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Back-End: Extensive experience with Java, Spring, and Spring Boot.
• Front-End: Practical knowledge of React, Angular, or Vue.
• Data Systems: Competency in SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL environments.
• Tooling: Familiarity with Git, Jira, and CI/CD pipelines.

Permanent Role london Based - 3 days in the office Salary up to 75K

If this seems of interest then please apply directly to the AD or send your CV to (url removed)

Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

I am currently working with a London-based Financial Services client who are actively seeking a Senior Java Developer to work on the development of a business-critical application with a range of cutting-edge technologies.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• 10+ years’ Java Development experience in an enterprise environment, ideally Financial Services.
• Extensive Springboot, Spring batch, and Spring integration experience.
• Extensive experience with Oracle and/or Postres - Must Have.
• Extensive AWS experience with Terraform - Must Have.
• Strong experience translating requirements from stakeholders into technical solutions.
• Good working knowledge of Jira.

What you’ll get in return:

• Initial 12-month contract with extensions.
• Up to 740pd Umbrella.
• 3-days/week on-site in London.

What you need to do now:
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Java Developer Contract: 12 months Rate: 600 per day (Inside IR35) Location: UK (Remote some days in London, Manchester or Leeds (adhoc) This role sits within a large-scale NHS digital transformation programme delivered via a leading consultancy partner. The programme focuses on modernising critical healthcare systems, improving access to services, and enabling seamless integration across national and local platforms. The work involves building scalable, secure, and interoperable digital services that support high-volume user interactions and integrate with multiple systems across the healthcare ecosystem. The Role As a Java Developer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining high-quality backend services within a complex, distributed system. You will work closely with product, architecture, and engineering teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions that meet both user and system requirements. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Java-based backend services Build scalable APIs and microservices within a distributed architecture Collaborate with Product Managers, Architects, and other Engineers Contribute to system design, technical decisions, and best practices Ensure code quality through testing, code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines Work with cloud-based infrastructure and containerised environments Support integration across multiple internal and external systems Troubleshoot and resolve performance and production issues Required Experience Strong experience in Java development (Java 8+ / Spring Boot) Proven experience building microservices and RESTful APIs Experience working in Agile delivery environments Strong understanding of software engineering best practices Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control (e.g. Git) Ability to work in complex, multi-stakeholder environments Experience working on NHS or public sector digital programmes Knowledge of healthcare interoperability standards (e.g. FHIR, HL7) Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with event-driven architectures (Kafka or similar) Apply now