Senior Java Engineer

Position Overview

Technology underpins our entire business. Our Technology, Data and Innovation (TDI) strategy is focused on strengthening engineering expertise, introducing an agile delivery model, as well as modernising the bank's IT infrastructure. We continue to invest and build a team of visionary tech talent, providing you with the training, freedom and opportunity to do pioneering work. As an engineer you will develop and deliver significant components of engineering solutions to satisfy complex and diverse business goals. You will engage and partner with the business whilst working within a broader creative, collaborative and innovative team, with a strong desire to make an impact.

RFT is the technology partner to the Risk divisions of Credit Risk, Market Risk and Non-Financial Risk. This includes definition of the IT strategy and provision of solutions to allow Risk to manage all aspects of risk from the analysis of counterparty credit risk to the protection of the Bank's infrastructure and information.

You will work as part of a cross-functional agile delivery team. You will bring an innovative approach to software development, focusing on using the latest technologies and practices, as part of a relentless focus on business value. You will be someone who sees engineering as team activity, with a predisposition to open code, open discussion and creating a supportive, collaborative environment. You will be ready to contribute to all stages of software delivery, from initial analysis right through to production support.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of enterprise software solutions while adhering to development processes and best-practices
• Work closely with business owners, domain/data architects and other engineers to ensure optimal implementation of solution to support dashboards, reporting and analytical datasets for Credit Risk reporting and Analytics
• Exhibit agile behaviors across a global team with focus on understanding and delivering business value
• Participate and resolve findings in code reviews (4 eyes principle) of developed source code
• Verify integrated software components by automated unit tests and integrated software testing according to the software test plan.
• Measure and analyze code for quality and performance
  
  
  

Skills

• Deep knowledge of Java programming language and both object oriented and functional programming
• Experience in Java server side multi-threaded environment and SQL is a must
• Experience with microservices, SAAS, kubernetes and docker is a plus.
• Architecture and design approaches that support rapid, incremental and iterative delivery, such as Domain Driven Design, CQRS, Event Sourcing and micro services
• Experience of web technologies, frameworks and tools, for example: HTML, CSS, Javascript, Angular, Bootstrap, D3, JS
• Desirable: knowledge of Oracle 11g/12c and RDBMS
• Practical experience of test driven development and constant refactoring in continuous integration and test automation environment
• Architecture and design approaches that support rapid, incremental and iterative delivery, such as Domain Driven Design, CQRS, Event Sourcing and micro services
• Experience of working in an Agile Development team practicing (SCRUM), KANBAN, XP
• Familiar with SAFe (Scaled Agile) delivery methodology concepts
• Successful background in investment banking (preferable in Credit Risk) as well as cross product or regulatory knowledge would be beneficial
• Familiar with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) delivery methodology concepts
• Rigorous, resourceful, adaptable with good attention to detail and strong project ownership
• Experience with DevOps practices incl. continuous integration (CI), continuous delivery (CD). Version control using Bitbucket and Github
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal and organization skills.
  
  
  

Well-being & Benefits

Emotionally and mentally balanced: we support you in dealing with life crises, maintaining stability through illness, and maintaining good mental health

• Empowering managers who value your ideas and decisions. Show your positive attitude, determination, and open-mindedness.
• A professional, passionate, and fun workplace with flexible Work from Home options.
• A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.
• Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.
  
  
  

Physically thriving we support you managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive

• Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones.
  
  
  

Socially connected: we strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open up new perspectives and strengthen our self-confidence and wellbeing.

• Kids@TheOffice - support for unexpected events requiring you to care for your kids during work hours.
• Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, employee sport clubs, workshops, and more.
  
  
  

Financially secure: : we support you to meet personal financial goals during your active career and for the future

• Competitive income, performance-based promotions, and a sense of purpose.
• 24 days holiday, loyalty days, and bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).
  
  
  

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.

Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.