Java Developer (6M day rate contractor)

Handelsbanken; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution is looking for a Java Developer to join their IT team in the UK. You will be responsible for the delivery, support, and maintenance of Core Banking systems, utilizing best practices in software development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java and SQL, with experience in Agile methodologies. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges and contribute to a significant transformation in the banking sector. Competitive salary and extensive benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

15% pension contribution

Qualifications

• Demonstrate server-side software coding maturity using Java 11+.
• Professional experience in Software Product/IT Development.
• Self-motivated and tenacious.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver applications using best design and development practice.
• Work with cross-functional teams to solve technical problems.
• Document solutions with visual impact.

Skills

Java development

Agile methodologies

SQL

Design Patterns

Micro Services

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Docker

Selenium

Job description

As a Java Developer (6M day rate contract) you will be joining the IT team responsible for the delivery, support and maintenance of Handelsbanken PLC’s Core Banking systems encompassing Platforming, Risk, Payments, Lending and Customer Data. As a Java Developer you will be providing expertise in the full software development life cycle.

Key responsibilities

• Use your initiative to work with Senior Java Development, UI/UX Development and Agile Transformation to help shape, architect and deliver greenfield/brownfield/integration applications employing best design and development practice
• Positively effective at systems analysis, solving technical problems and development excellence given the constraints of the Bank’s environment
• Follow cross-functional development best practice, including but not restricted to, Functional and Non-Functional Analysis, Application Architecture, Design, Coding and Unit Testing, Technical Documentation, Functional and Non-Functional Testing (Manual & Automated), Continuous Integration/Testing/Delivery.
• Be able to function in a culture of Agile Development (Scrum/Kanban, Amigos, Estimating, Planning, Sprints, Demos, Retrospectives)
• Be able to write Agile Epics/Stories using techniques such as BDD/Gherkin
• Be Delivery-focused rather than Task-focused
• Continuously seek to improve on Velocity, Lead/Cycle Time, Quality and Process.
• Document solutions with visual impact (e.g. Visio & PowerPoint over Word)
• Estimating, planning, managing tasks and reporting on progress.
• Work with the Atlassian suite of Tools (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, BitBucket) for tracking progress and KPI monitoring.
• Build and maintain good close relationships with Stakeholders at all levels (Management, Business, Legacy Developers, QAs, Infrastructure, IT Security.

Ideal Candidate

Research (by Harvard University) shows that women are particularly likely to second guess themselves and not apply - so if you are worried you don't meet all the criteria, get in touch anyhow and let us do the worrying…

• Our core specialty skillset is Java, but the ideal candidate should also have knowledge of front-end and back-end development.
• A developer who is looking to build solutions from scratch and have a strong sense of responsibility within the team and the wider business.
• Professional experience in a Software Product / IT Development sphere
• Demonstrate server-side software coding maturity using Java 11+ but also knowledge of SQL (DB2 / SQL Server / Postgres preferred).
• Demonstrate excellent use of Design Patterns / Micro Services/ RESTful APIs
• Working in a Technical Agile environment (e.g. Build tools, Static/Dynamic code analysis, CI/CD e.g. Jenkins/TeamCity)
• Self-motivation and tenacity to push new ideas through whilst still respectively considering other’s input and insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be approachable, personable and proactive
• Hold and express independent views respectfully
• Knowledge of Elastic ELK stack is a bonus.
• Knowledge of Container platforms (e.g. Docker/Kubernetes) is a bonus.
• Knowledge of Test Automation tools like Cucumber/Selenium is a bonus
• Knowledge of IBMi RPG and IBM DB2 is a bonus
• Business Unit Systems and Infrastructure (UKT)

Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products.

We are embarking on an exciting Business Transformation journey. This transformation will significantly enhance our technology system systems, processes and services, bringing evolution to our ways of working. Join us in this transformative journey, where your dedication, adaptability and commitment will play a crucial role in shaping the future of banking for our valued customers.

The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.

At Handelsbanken, we deeply value our unique culture and values including trust in and respect for each individual. We take pride in nurturing a work environment where people flourish, and where they are empowered to take decisions in their areas of expertise. We take a long term perspective in everything we do and want each employee who joins us to build a long terms successful career with the Bank.

What is in it for you?

• We have a wide range of learning and development available, empowering and enabling our colleagues to take ownership of their own development.
• Competitive Salary and an extensive range of benefits is provided, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
• A market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, which can be invested in a wide range of funds (including ESG and Shariah funds)

Application next steps

Your journey with us begins once you have submitted your application. One of our Handelsbanken recruiters will be reviewing your details and will later organise a phone conversation if you match the role requirements. If there is a mutual fit, we will extend an invitation for you to participate in an interview.

There will be a 2 stage interview process with both technical and competency questions

How can we support you to be your best self? Our Talent Acquisition team will be happy to provide support e.g. if you need additional time to prepare for an interview or you have any requirements for any part of the interview/hiring process – just let us know by email [e-mail] .

This advert will be live for a minimum of two weeks. However, please note that after the two weeks, the closing date could change at any time depending on the number of responses received.