Senior Java Software Engineer

I'm working a fantastic role for a large multinational who have operations in Ireland and are building out this R&D division in Dublin.

They are looking for a Senior Java Engineer for a permanent role.

Summary of the Role

• This is a key delivery role within a new engineering team being established in Ireland.
• The role focuses on R&D activity across award-winning financial services and servicing platforms.
• The team will initially consist of approximately eight engineers and is expected to grow.
• You will contribute to and help shape a shared product roadmap, working closely with global teams.
• The role involves designing and delivering innovative features using agentic and AI-assisted techniques.
• This is a highly technical position focused on application design, development, and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and developing new features and applications under your own initiative.
• Using agentic and AI-assisted tools to accelerate the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Delivering and enhancing AI-enabled functionality within the platform.
• Maintaining continuous professional development across Java, AI, and cloud technologies.
• Ensuring all work, including agent-generated code, is developed to a high standard and aligned with best practices.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: 8-10 years software development experience.
• Domain Expertise: Experience developing software platforms, ideally within the insurance or financial services domain (e.g., Life & Pensions or Annuities).
• Technical Skills: Experience with low-code/no-code platforms and systems involving rules engines or workflow management solutions.
• Specialised Knowledge: Exposure to document management, reporting/dashboards, and data warehousing platforms.
• Education: Educated to degree level in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related engineering/scientific discipline.