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Software Engineer (Java)Location: UK/Ireland (remote)Please note: You need to be based in the UK or IrelandNo Visa sponsorship offeredSalary: Up to £50kEngineer systems that power real-world commerce.Our client is building the next generation of capabilities that power a fast-growing, merchant-focused ecosystem. Their mandate is clear: deliver value radically, responsibly, and consistently.They believe focused, empowered teams can achieve exceptional outcomes. They value results over activity, curiosity over complacency, and practical execution over unnecessary process. If you're driven by impact and enjoy solving meaningful technical challenges, this could be an excellent fit.The RoleAs a Software Engineer, you will design and develop backend services, APIs, and portal systems that operate within high-availability payment processing platforms.Working within a dynamic development centre, you'll engage with modern frameworks, tools, and engineering practices including:Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD)CI/CD pipelinesAI-assisted development toolsFrom requirements analysis through to production release, the team owns the full lifecycle. You may work independently on focused initiatives or as part of a larger squad, always empowered to concentrate on solving technical problems rather than navigating inefficient processes.Key ResponsibilitiesTranslate merchant and partner needs into high-quality, scalable backend solutionsDesign and build robust Java-based systems and RESTful APIsImprove development processes through automation, simplification, and applied engineering experienceCollaborate to ensure technically sound, observable, and testable deliverablesContribute to estimation, planning, and proactive risk managementSupport deployment to test and production environmentsTake ownership beyond assigned tasks, adjusting priorities where requiredDemonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and strong team collaborationWhat They're Looking For3–5 years' experience in a Software Engineering roleDegree in Computer Science or related disciplineStrong Java backend development experienceProficiency in Spring Boot or J2EESolid understanding of Spring Core (IoC and Dependency Injection)Strong experience with relational databases, schema design, complex queries, and performance optimisationExperience designing and implementing scalable RESTful APIsHands-on experience building high-availability, high-concurrency systems at scaleStrong understanding of Design Patterns, Refactoring, and Object-Oriented Design principlesExperience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and modern development methodologiesFamiliarity with AI-driven development tools (e.g., Windsurf, Claude Code, or similar)Self-starter mindset, comfortable operating independently or within a teamStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsDetail-oriented, proactive, and able to work effectively under pressureWhat You Can ExpectAn empowered engineering cultureClear ownership and accountabilityA high-performance yet pragmatic working environmentContinuous learning and professional growthThe opportunity to build resilient systems that operate at real scaleIf you're looking to engineer scalable, high-availability systems within a culture that values autonomy and technical excellence, this is a strong opportunity to make meaningful impact.Research indicates that men will apply to a role when they only meet 50-60% of the descriptions, however, when looking at women and other minority groups, they can look for up to a 99% match in order to apply to a role. If you feel you are a fit for our role, please still apply, don't worry if you don't tick every single box. We'd still love to hear from you. We encourage underrepresented talent to apply to all our roles 'support accessibility needs