Backend Developer

About The Company Capco is a leading management and technology consultancy dedicated to the financial services industry. Renowned for delivering innovative, high-impact solutions, Capco specializes in transforming banking, capital markets, and insurance sectors through cutting-edge technology and strategic consulting. With a global presence and a reputation for fostering a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, Capco empowers its clients to navigate complex digital transformations and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. The company values diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning, making it an ideal environment for professionals seeking to advance their careers while contributing to shaping the future of financial services. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer (Java) to join our dynamic Technology & Engineering team in Glasgow. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cloud-native platforms that underpin modern financial services. As a key contributor, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable microservices-based applications primarily using Java 11+, Spring Boot, and AWS cloud infrastructure. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver enterprise-grade solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions, ensuring high performance, security, and reliability. The position is based in our Glasgow office with a hybrid working model, and flexibility may be required to work in Edinburgh depending on client needs. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about leveraging cloud technologies to innovate and improve banking systems. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in backend development with expertise in Java and cloud technologies. Essential qualifications include: Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architectures using Java 11+ and Spring Boot.Deep understanding of cloud computing, particularly AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and CloudFormation.Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automation, and deployment strategies.Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, including SQL and Kafka.Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code, distributed systems, and secure software design principles.Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in agile environments. Preferred qualifications include AWS certifications (Solutions Architect preferred), experience with event-driven architectures, and familiarity with testing frameworks like Cucumber and GitLab CI/CD pipelines. A background in financial technology or delivering customer-facing banking applications is advantageous. Responsibilities As a Senior Backend Engineer, your responsibilities will include: Designing and developing microservices-based applications using Java 11+ and Spring Boot to meet client requirements.Building and deploying scalable, secure cloud solutions on AWS infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance.Managing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines to facilitate continuous integration and delivery processes.Implementing comprehensive testing strategies, including unit, integration, and performance testing, to maintain high quality standards.Collaborating with product owners, developers, and stakeholders to contribute to system architecture, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Ensuring adherence to security best practices and regulatory compliance within all development activities.Participating in agile ceremonies, providing technical guidance, and mentoring junior team members to foster a collaborative team environment. Benefits Capco offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the wellbeing and development of its employees, including: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension scheme, health insurance, life insurance, and critical illness cover.Access to mental health support services such as CareFirst, Unmind, and in-house first aiders.Family-friendly policies including maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatments, menopause, and bereavement.Family care support with eight complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.Flexible holiday policies offering five weeks of annual leave, with options to buy or sell days according to individual needs.Dedicated learning and development opportunities, including a minimum of 40 hours of training annually, workshops, certifications, and business coaching from day one.Additional perks such as Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work scheme, and dental insurance. Equal Opportunity Capco is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. We value diversity and believe that every individual’s unique perspective contributes to our success. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair and transparent, and we are happy to make adjustments to accommodate any needs. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. At Capco, we promote a culture of individuality and collaboration, ensuring that everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence, and we are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees.