# Senior Backend Engineer - Java at Capco

Senior Backend Engineer - Java at Capco in UK - Glasgow . Hybrid. Posted March 4, 2026.

- Company: Capco
- Location: UK - Glasgow 
- Workplace: Hybrid
- Posted: 2026-03-04
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/capco/jobs/7679923
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/senior-backend-engineer-java-capco-hw4r3y

## Requirements

- Expert-level Java development (Java 11, 17, 21+), Spring Boot proficiency
- Deep knowledge of public cloud environments, preferably AWS
- Experience designing cloud-native, microservices, and event-driven architectures
- Strong grasp of CI/CD pipelines, SQL/NoSQL databases, Kafka, and Java Streaming
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (e.g., CloudFormation), distributed systems, and secure design practices

## Description

**Senior Backend Engineer – Java**
Location: Glasgow (Hybrid) | **Practice Area**: Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent

**Power the platforms behind modern finance. Shape cloud-native solutions with Java at their core.The Role**
We’re seeking a Senior Backend Engineer (Java) to join our Technology & Engineering team. You’ll bring expertise in building robust, scalable, cloud-native applications using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS. Working on high-impact platforms for Tier 1 financial institutions, you’ll lead backend design, champion agile best practices, and contribute to the evolution of modern banking technology.

This role will sit in our Scotland office, with a need to potentially work in either Edinburgh or Glasgow depending on client expectations.

**What You’ll Do**

- Design and build microservices-based applications using Java 11+ and Spring Boot

- Deliver enterprise-ready cloud solutions, with a focus on AWS infrastructure and services

- Build and manage robust CI/CD pipelines and ensure secure, scalable deployments

- Write comprehensive tests and implement quality-driven development across the stack

- Collaborate in agile teams and contribute to design decisions, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement

**What We’re Looking For**

- Expert-level Java development (Java 11, 17, 21+), Spring Boot proficiency

- Deep knowledge of public cloud environments, preferably AWS

- Experience designing cloud-native, microservices, and event-driven architectures

- Strong grasp of CI/CD pipelines, SQL/NoSQL databases, Kafka, and Java Streaming

- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (e.g., CloudFormation), distributed systems, and secure design practices

**Bonus Points For**

- Experience using GitLab for CI/CD pipelines and Cucumber for BDD test automation

- AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional)

- Knowledge of CQRS patterns and performance testing strategies

- Passion for exploring emerging cloud technologies and frameworks

- Experience delivering customer-facing or business-critical applications in finance

**Why Join Capco**

- Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions

- Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture

- Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications

- Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services

- Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.

**BenefitsWe offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:**

- **Core Benefits: **Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.** **

- **Mental Health: **Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.** **

- **Family-Friendly: **Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.** **

- **Family Care: **8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care. 

- **Holiday Flexibility: **5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.** **

- **Continuous Learning:  **Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.** **

- **Healthcare Access: **Convenient online GP services.** **

- **Extra Perks: **Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.

**Inclusion at Capco**
We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.