Backend Software Engineer Java - FinTech

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear | £90k - £120k per year

Backend Software Engineer / Developer (Java) Newcastle onsite to £120k

Do you have expertise with backend Java development within finance / trading environments?

You could be progressing your career in a senior, hands-on Java Developer role at a scaling FinTech.

As a Backend Software Engineer you'll play a key role in a new client engagement to transform a highly complex C++ legacy trading system into a modern Java based application. You'll collaborate with Front Office trading teams as well as other highly skilled software engineers and product teams to deliver robust, secure, real-time trading systems using Java and Claude.

Location:

You'll join the team in Central Newcastle offices on a fulltime basis (Monday to Friday).

About you:

• You have strong backend, multithreaded Java development experience


• You have a strong knowledge of financial markets and have previous experience of working on trading systems


• You have a good understanding of real-time system development and latency


• You're comfortable using AI tools such as Claude


• You're collaborative and pragmatic with client facing communication skills


• You're naturally curious and have advanced critical thinking and problem solving skills


• An understanding of C++ would be of benefit but it's not essential


• You have achieved a minimum 2.1 BSc in Computer Science or similar technical discipline from a top tier / Russel Group university, backed by A's at A-level

What's in it for you?

Alongside a highly competitive package, you'll gain the opportunity to work on technically demanding systems, collaborate with exceptional engineers, and play a meaningful role in the growth of a business that is still small enough for your contributions to have a visible impact.

• Salary to £120k + Bonus


• 25 days holiday


• Social team atmosphere with a range of events