About The RoleFDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Java Software Developer to work for our client within the finance sector. This is initially a 12-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role based in Glasgow.Our client is seeking a talented Java Developer with at least 5 years’ experience, preferably with exposure to Cloud Architectures & Public Cloud offerings, to join their team building a resilient, scalable, and secure cloud-based settlement platform. You will be participating in the requirements refinement sessions, working on architecture, design, and implementation - writing code and automated tests, creating CI/CD pipelines following the best software development and DevOps standards. In our client’s agile environment, you will have to interact directly with the users, product owners, business analysts, and other technologists across the firm. Ideally the role holder will have a track record of building large-scale distributed applications, preferably on Azure/Cloud.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with stakeholders to refine technical requirements and contribute to architectural decisionsDesign and implement distributed, event-based microservices using Java 8+, Spring Boot, and modern messaging protocolsDevelop scalable, secure APIs and services that handle high-throughput financial transactionsBuild and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code templates, and observability toolsEnsure services are production-ready with built-in telemetry, logging, performance tuning, and fault toleranceWrite unit, integration, and acceptance tests as part of a strong test automation cultureMentor junior developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing, code reviews, and process improvementPartner with DevOps, QA, and infrastructure teams to deliver high-quality software in a seamless deployment pipelineWork in an agile environment with regular sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and continuous deliveryAbout YouRequirementsMinimum of 5 years’ experience developing enterprise-grade applications using Java 8 or aboveExpertise in Spring Boot and related Spring ecosystem frameworksStrong understanding of microservice architectures, design patterns, event-driven systems, and distributed computingExperience with messaging technologies (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar)Proficiency in building RESTful APIs and implementing secure, resilient, and observable backend servicesSound knowledge of relational and/or NoSQL database systems (e.g., SQL Server, MongoDB)Working familiarity with DevOps tools and practices—Git, Jenkins, Docker, CI/CD, etc.Exposure to cloud-native development principles, preferably with AzureStrong problem-solving skills and a proactive, delivery-focused mindsetExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalAbout UsWhy join usCareer coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM careerAssignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroadOpportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your fieldAnnual leave, work-place pension and BAYE share schemeAbout FDMWe are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 3,500 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index.Diversity and InclusionFDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr