Backend Software Engineer - Java at Capco
Location: London (Hybrid) | Type: Permanent
The Role
Capco is growing our Engineering team – and we’re looking for experienced Backend Engineers with strong Java skills and a passion for delivering innovative solutions in financial services. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with cloud-native technologies, and collaborating in agile teams, we’d love to hear from you.
As a Backend Engineer at Capco, you’ll contribute to high-impact, client-facing projects that shape the future of financial services. You’ll work alongside talented engineers, have access to industry-leading training, and get the opportunity to grow your skills across multiple platforms. You will also get the chance to work across different domains within FS & Energy.
What You’ll Do
- Build and deliver scalable backend services using Java (11, 17+)
- Design and implement APIs and microservices for enterprise systems
- Work across cloud platforms, particularly AWS, using best practice deployment techniques
- Contribute to architecture discussions and solution design
- Develop robust test coverage including unit, integration, and performance testing
- Collaborate in agile teams alongside clients, product managers, and other engineers
What We’re Looking For
- Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot
- Experience deploying solutions into cloud environments (preferably AWS)
- Understanding of microservices, event-driven design, and cloud-native architecture
- Strong grasp of SQL and NoSQL databases
- Solid experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools
- Consulting mindset with strong communication and problem-solving skills
Bonus Points For
- Terraform, CloudFormation, or other infrastructure-as-code tools
- Experience with serverless functions (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions)
- Messaging systems like Kafka or RabbitMQ
- Familiarity with security protocols such as OAuth2 and SAML
- QA automation and integration with third-party platforms
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.
We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, family, and career growth.
Inclusion at Capco
We’re committed to a barrier-free, inclusive recruitment process. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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What We Do
Capco, a Wipro company, is a global management and technology consultancy specializing in driving transformation in the energy and financial services industries. Capco operates at the intersection of
business and technology by combining innovative thinking with unrivalled industry knowledge to fast-track digital initiatives for banking and payments, capital markets, wealth and asset management, insurance,
and the energy sector. Capco’s cutting edge ingenuity is brought to life through its award-winning Be Yourself At Work culture and diverse talent.
TRUSTED ADVISORS - Our collaborative and entrepreneurial approach position us as trusted long-term partners to our clients.
DEEP EXPERTISE - Clients look to us for clear guidance, proven expertise, and the support they need to set their companies up for success.
DISRUPTIVE SOLUTIONS- We do not provide off -the-shelf answers to clients’ challenges. Instead, we work in close collaboration to understand the issues, and craft disruptive, bespoke solutions.
ACCOUNTABILITY AND OWNERSHIP - We recognize every client has distinct needs and expectations, and we take ownership and accountability for the solutions we design, build, and deliver.
Why Work With Us
We support and encourage an inclusive culture, entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. Capco is not about organizational charts and rigid hierarchies – we want all employees to feel that Capco is their firm to own and run. We believe diversity powers innovation. Be Yourself At Work (#BYAW) is an integral and underlying part of our culture
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