Senior Software Engineer

Job Description:

Job Title Senior Software Engineer

Location London

Corporate Title Assistant Vice President

You will join the Stratos team, a multi-disciplinary group within the Client 360 Program consisting of six software engineers. Our team develops strategic microservices and applications using the latest technologies to support key processes across the bank, such as KYC and Deal Pipeline, impacting thousands of bankers every day.

We embrace a DevOps mindset and modern engineering practices, including Trunk Based Development. You will contribute to all aspects of the software delivery lifecycle, ensuring high-quality and efficient delivery. Regular engagement with collaborators both within tech and the business is a key part of this role.

The team operates with a high level of autonomy, and you will be expected to contribute to the continuous improvement of the team and the wider technology community.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that not only has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality software but is also a model for many other teams in the division. Known for fostering innovation, personal growth, and a dynamic, engaging culture, you will be part of a forward-thinking team where your contributions will have a real impact. You’ll have the opportunity to continuously learn and grow in a supportive and collaborative environment

What we’ll offer you

Hybrid Working

We understand that employee expectations and preferences are changing. We have implemented a Hybrid Working Model that enables eligible employees to work remotely for a part of their working time and reach a working pattern that works for them.

You can expect:

• Hybrid Working - we understand that employee expectations and preferences are changing. We have implemented a Hybrid Working Model that enables eligible employees to work remotely for a part of their working time and reach a working pattern that works for them
• Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
• A range of flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, a Bike4Work scheme and Gym benefits
• The opportunity to support a wide ranging CSR programme + 2 days’ volunteering leave per year

Your key responsibilities

• Designing and implementing complex software solutions: Developing high-quality, scalable and maintainable code while contributing to the architecture and design of large software systems
• Collaborative development to maintain a high performant team
• Working with cross-functional teams across the client 360 program
• Optimizing performance and scalability
• Embracing a DevOps mindset – contributing to a culture of automation
• Staying current with emerging technologies – endeavor to innovate for the optimization of the team

Your skills and experience

• Proficiency in Multiple Programming Languages – Currently we use Kotlin, Java and Typescript but are open to new technologies as required
• Frameworks and Technologies: Experience with frameworks such as Node.js, Next.js, Spring Boot, and Ktor
• Deep understanding of Software Architecture and Design patterns – enabling the creation of scalable and high performance systems with caching, load balancing etc.
• Experience with DevOps Practices – Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code
• Leadership Potential: Ability to mentor junior team members and potentially take on leadership roles in the future.
• Expertise in Agile and Modern Engineering practices

How we’ll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
• We value diversity and as an equal opportunity’s employer, we make reasonable adjustments for those with a disability such as the provision of assistive equipment if required (e.g., screen readers, assistive hearing devices, adapted keyboards.

About us

Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. Click here to see what we do.

Deutsche Bank in the UK is proud to have been named a The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 for five consecutive years. Additionally, we have been awarded a Gold Award from Stonewall and named in their Top 100 Employers 2024 for our work supporting LGBTQ+ inclusion.

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.