Role Title: Lead Java Developer
Location: Glasgow, UK
Days on site: 2-3
Role Description:
Join us as a Lead Java Developer in Private Bank & Wealth Management and contribute to the Investments Transformation Program, a strategic effort to modernize the technologies supporting our front office.
As part of a major transformation program, you will design and develop services connecting our complex estate to a market-leading financial advisory platform, while adopting modern engineering practices to simplify our technology stack and improve resilience, scalability, observability, and delivery capability.
You will help establish a sustainable technology foundation built on modern platforms, strong governance, and private cloud technologies.
To be successful as a Lead Java Developer, you should have the following essential skills:
- Ample experience in Java 21–25 development, delivering scalable, high-performance enterprise applications.
- Validated expertise in Spring Boot 4.x, REST APIs, and Microservices, designing and implementing modern cloud-native solutions.
- Ample understanding of integration patterns—API design, data transformation pipelines, and message-based architectures.
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve multi-faceted technical.
Some other highly valued skills may include:
- Experience with or a strong interest in AI-assisted programming, code generation tools, and Agentic AI — we see these as core to how we will deliver software going forward.
- Ample experience with GitLab CI/CD, Maven/Gradle, and automated testing, enabling efficient software delivery and high-quality code standards.
- Expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, and containerization, building and managing scalable, cloud-native applications.
Lead Java Developer in Glasgow employer: Capgemini Europe
As a Microsoft Viva Architect in London, you will join a forward-thinking company that prioritises employee experience and innovation. With a strong commitment to professional development, our collaborative work culture fosters continuous learning and growth, while our focus on data-driven solutions ensures that your contributions have a meaningful impact. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a vibrant city that is at the forefront of technology and business transformation.
