Graduate Software Engineer

Haystack

United Kingdom · Full-time · Entry

Graduate Java Developer | £35,000 - £45,000

We're working with a leading global FinTech authority that has spent two decades redefining the financial reporting landscape for giants like the Bank of England and HMRC. This is your chance to join a powerhouse that has processed over £2 trillion in UK taxes, operating across 26 countries with a mission-critical Java platform.

This isn't just a coding job; it’s an opportunity to build high-scale Java Microservices and expand your full-stack capabilities with React, TypeScript, and Kubernetes. You'll be mentored by industry experts while working on enterprise applications used by the world's largest regulators and financial institutions.

The Role

Develop and maintain high-performance Java Microservices on a platform delivering critical applications to a global customer base.
Tackle complex full-stack challenges by utilizing C#, TypeScript, and React to build intuitive, robust front-end interfaces.
Leverage modern DevOps practices by working within a Kubernetes-orchestrated environment to ensure seamless deployment and scalability.
Collaborate with senior engineers to solve intricate logic problems and optimize code for massive data processing tasks.
Participate in technical design discussions, contributing to the evolution of a platform that handles trillions in financial transactions.

What You'll Need

A 2:1 or higher in a Computer Science degree (or a closely related technical discipline) from a reputable university.
Strong core Java programming skills with a solid understanding of Object-Oriented principles and data structures.
Ideally 1-3 years of commercial experience, though exceptional recent graduates with placement experience will be considered.
Familiarity or a strong interest in modern technologies including Kubernetes, C#, and React/TypeScript.
A problem-solving mindset and the ability to articulate technical concepts during whiteboard exercises and code discussions.

What's On Offer

Highly competitive starting salary of £35,000 - £45,000 plus a performance-based discretionary bonus.
Modern hybrid working model (3 days in the Oxford office, 2 days from home) providing the perfect balance of collaboration and focus.
Exceptional career progression within a stable, 20-year established firm that is still expanding its global footprint.
The chance to work on high-impact software that influences the global financial landscape and services world-leading regulators.

Apply via Haystack today!

Key Skills

Ranked by relevance

java kubernetes microservices typescript react c devops

Related Jobs

3 roles aligned with this opportunity

View all jobs

Junior Software Developer

2026-04-03

Full-time

Entry

United Kingdom

Technology