Backend Software Engineer

Communitech Recruitment Group — United Kingdom · Posted ~3 hours ago

Mid Full-time Onsite £80000-£95000 + bonus & benefits

Skills

backend development Java Python C# software design distributed systems

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A backend engineering role developing high-performance systems for critical business operations. The position requires strong programming skills, scalable system experience, and the ability to contribute to architecture and engineering practices.

Highlights

Competitive compensation, work on large-scale financial systems, opportunities to solve complex technical problems, and collaboration with experienced engineering teams.

Description

Backend Software Engineer (Java / Python / C#) – Investment Banking £80,000–£95,000 + bonus & benefits | West London | Permanent | 5 days onsite We’re hiring a Mid-Level Backend Software Engineer to join the London technology team of an investment bank, building mission-critical systems supporting global payments and financial markets. You’ll work on high-performance backend systems. This would suit an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems and wants to work on large-scale, business-critical systems. What we’re looking for: Strong backend software engineering experienceCommercial experience with Java, Python or C#Strong problem-solving and software design skillsExperience working with scalable, distributed or high-performance systemsExperience participating in or leading code reviewsAbility to support and mentor other engineers You do not need to tick every technology box. We’re interested in strong backend engineers first and foremost. Experience with any of the following would be useful: Java 17+ / Spring BootOracle SQLDocument databasesKubernetesJenkinsGitHub Copilot or other AI coding toolsBuilding AI agents or using AI to improve engineering productivity Salary: £80,000–£95,000 + bonus & benefits Location: West London Working pattern: 5 days per week onsite Visa: Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. If you’re a backend engineer looking to move into, or continue working within, financial services, please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.